Resident Driver / Transportation Coordinator - Senior Living

Responsibilities

• Cook daily transportation schedules to ensure timely and efficient resident appointments, outings, and community transportation needs.
• Assist with scheduling and assigning driving routes based on resident needs, driver availability, and vehicle capacity.
• Maintain defensive driving.
• Provides communication link between residents and staff.
• Aids passengers in and out of vehicles, 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 prior to each trip departure.
• Keeps assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports, and other records that are requested from management.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required.
• Coordinates the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and staff to minimize service interruptions.
• Responds immediately to accident 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 service.
• Participates in Community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 25 years of age.
• A valid driver's license in this state, with a clean driving record.
• Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with residents of this nature.
• Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant a plus.
• A professional appearance and reputation to represent Avamere and this facility.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
• Possess an active CPR/BLS Certification and always maintain certification during employment.
• Experience coordinating driver schedules or transportation services.
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple transportation requests and adjust schedules as needs change.
• Experience leading or mentoring a team of drivers is preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Employees are Benefits-eligible at 30+ hours/week. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following hire.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time.
• Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options.
• Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life).
• Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs.
• Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone.
• Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work).