Activities Shuttle Driver (Skilled Nursing Facility)

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.