Driver & Activities Coordinator

About the Role

This position is responsible for transporting residents to and from medical appointments and community outings, as well as assisting with life enrichment programs and maintaining on-campus communication.

Responsibilities

• Driver Responsibilities:
  • Drive the van on scheduled appointments and activities.
  • Assist residents onto and off the vehicle and to their destination if required.
  • Notify supervisor of any required vehicle repairs.
  • Complete the daily van checklist and check gas before each trip.
  • Monitor and comply with the vehicle inspection schedule.
  • Maintain a safe facility environment by removing unsafe items from driveways and walkways; report hazards to supervisor.
  • Clean the interior and exterior of the van weekly.
• Life Enrichment Coordinator Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the Resident Services Director to plan, implement, and facilitate social and recreational programs, including structured individual/group activities and resident-led events.
  • Plan and escort off-campus events (e.g., educational outings, trips, musical performances) while ensuring compliance with CL Policy.
  • Coordinate the resident and community volunteer program, including recruiting, scheduling, and managing volunteers.
  • Collaborate with other departments to plan and facilitate events such as town halls and resident council meetings.
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement larger-scale events periodically.
  • Update the on-campus TV channel and other formal communication methods (e.g., monthly newsletter, information board).
  • Provide newsletter editing as needed.
  • Stay current with trends in recreational programming for older adults and ensure Covenant Living standards are met or exceeded.
  • Assist with new resident welcome and orientation; update care plans, interventions, and attend care conferences as needed.

Requirements

• Education and Experience:
  • Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferred: Associate’s Degree.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Experience working with senior adults.
  • Strong communication, organization, creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to design and implement programs compatible with state regulations.
  • Ability to train and mentor a team.
  • Develop and schedule life enrichment programs aligned with residents' interests.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
  • Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods.
  • Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to operate equipment based on department and weather conditions.
  • Engage in repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements (e.g., typing, writing).
  • Clarity of vision for near (e.g., reading small print, computer use) and far (e.g., recognizing features at 20+ feet) visual acuity.
  • Peripheral vision to observe surroundings while eyes are fixed on a point.

Pay

$17.52 - $23.06 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
• Fitness center access at most facilities.
• Voluntary benefits, including:
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • Tuition assistance and scholarships.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Legal services, home/auto insurance, and discount purchasing programs.
  • Pet insurance.