Temporary Activities Driver

Pay Range

$20.00 to $23.00/hourly

Job Summary

Assists in providing and delivering specific ancillary services to residents as they pertain to transportation of resident to and from certain prescribed destinations.

Essential Functions

• Receives and follows schedules/instructions from the RCFE Health Service Assistant/Coordinator and RCFE Health Service Manager.
• Performs routine emergency driving assignments to medical clinics and hospitals; performs various driving errands including recreation trips, as needed.
• Aid residents with or without wheelchairs in and out of vehicles.
• Follows through on completion of assignments, overcoming obstacles and increasing efforts where necessary.
• Responsible for petty cash for medical co-payments, Kaiser pharmacy, CVS pharmacy, etc. Reconcile monthly billing, complete coding, submit for approval by RCFE Health Service Manager and submit for payment.
• Performs routine and emergency driving assignments to medical clinics and hospitals; performs various driving errands including recreation trips, as needed.
• Maintains contact with Masonic Homes via cell phone as needed and calls 911 in case of a medical emergency.
• Performs basic safety inspections prior to any assigned trip. Records mileage and gas before and after trip.
• Reports and responds to all emergencies as needed.
• Learns and understands Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Works independently and within a team on special and non-recurring and ongoing projects.
• Makes practical decisions and recommendations reflecting logical analysis of problems and/or issues.
• Conveys information in a concise, accurate and understandable manner.
• Displays attentiveness, tact, and diplomacy in responding to others.
• Attends to mechanical/body damage, by reporting it immediately to Director of Environmental Services.
• Trains new staff on vehicle inspections, emergencies, and transferring residents in and out of vehicles.
• Train staff on proper usage of transporting residents in and out of handicap accessible van.
• Attends to mandatory department meetings and in-service education.
• Assist residents with needs as appropriate.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills, Abilities And Experience

• Good driving record with at least 2 years driving experience.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors, and the general public, and be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Previous working experience with the elderly is desirable.
• Driver must be safe and safety conscious at all times.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and initiative in accomplishing responsibilities.

Educational Requirements/Licenses/Certificates

• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the necessary knowledge and abilities listed, typically: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires a clean DMV record.
• Maintain a class C license with option of class A or B with passenger endorsement or a Class II license.
• First Aid certification.

Benefits

In return for your skills and passion we offer:

• A work environment focused on teamwork and support for excellent care.
• Excellent health, wage replacement, and other benefits for you and your family's well-being.
• An investment in your growth through tuition reimbursement - $1,500 per year.