Description

Activities Shuttle Driver - Skilled Nursing Facility

Status: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Wage: $18 - $23 DOE

Location: Avamere Olympic Rehabilitation of Sequim - 1000 S 5th Ave, Sequim, WA 98382

Apply at Teamavamere.com

The Activities Shuttle Driver will be responsible for safely transporting residents in a courteous and professional manner. This role involves operating the facility's bus or van, maintaining the vehicle, and ensuring a positive experience for residents during transportation.

This role may also assist with housekeeping and/or facility maintenance when driving not needed, to maintain full-time hours

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• Operates assigned vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Maintains safe and defensive driving.
• Provides communication link between residents, family, and staff.
• Assists passengers in and out of the vehicle/bus, operates ramps, lifts, and securement devices as needed.
• Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for residents.
• Presents safety briefing to passengers before each trip departure.
• Keeps assigned vehicle clean inside and outside.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on each trip sheet, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition report and other records that are requested by management.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicles as required.
• Fuels the assigned vehicle as required.
• Coordinates the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff to minimize service interruptions.
• Respond immediately to accidents or medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers and rendering first aid until emergency personnel arrive.
• Serves as a positive role model while providing transportation services.
• Participates in facility surveys (State/Federal inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
• Develops and maintains a good working rapport with other departments within the facility to ensure that daily activities can be performed without interruption.
• Reports all accidents/incidents/unsafe conditions to the Administrator immediately.
• Reports complaints and/or grievances made by the residents to the Activity Director/Administrator for resolution.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years of age or older.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the needs of the residents/patients served.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Employee Perks

• Tuition assistance
• Mentorship opportunities
• Career development
• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
• Generous employee referral program
• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
• Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.