Van Driver

Position Summary

The Van Driver at CRISTA Senior Living will provide safe, reliable and courteous transportation for Senior Living residents by using company-provided sedans or vans. Promote the joy, purpose and well-being of a community of approximately 700 residents. Support the overall mission by assisting residents to maintain independence and access to medical appointments, shopping and social or recreational outings. Ensure each resident is treated with professionalism and care, offering physical assistance as needed.

Essential Functions

• Greet residents with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Pick residents up at designated locations and assist them on/off vehicle, offering an arm for additional support.
• Escort residents to the entrances of their destinations (and beyond if the resident is unsteady or unable to navigate).
• Offer and provide assistance with lifting grocery bags or packages if requested or needed by residents.
• Report all behavior changes in residents to Transportation Mgr.
• Cleanliness And Maintenance
  • Inspect both the interior and exterior of the vehicle before and during your shift to ensure cleanliness and safety.
  • Keep vehicles clean at all times (I.E.: no trash, smudges, or clutter).
  • Follow van policies (I.E.: no snacking in fleet vehicles) and clean protocols provided by the Manager or Lead and use waiting time between trips to maintain vehicle cleanliness.
  • Examine engine oil, coolant, windshield washer fluids and fuel before their first trip.
  • Ask Manager or Lead for standard operating procedures.
  • Notify the Manager or Lead immediately if you notice any issues with your assigned fleet vehicle.
  • For example: A malfunctioning turn signal. Unusual noises such as squeaks, rattles, or growls. The steering wheel pulling to one side when braking. Rough or delayed transmission shifting.
  • Fill out vehicle inspection forms and submit them to the Manager or Lead upon return to the office.
  • Ensure all vehicle accessories are present, properly stored and in good working condition (I.E.: Fire extinguishers, highway warning kits and first aid kits).
• Transportation
  • Perform safe, efficient transportation via sedan or van to medical appointments, errands and to social/recreational outings that residents have scheduled with the CSL Transportation office.
• Teamwork And Professional Development
  • Participate in continuing education programs and team meetings when possible.
  • Work collaboratively with coworkers, with residents, and with other departments of CRISTA Ministries, as requested by Mgr. or Lead.
• Administrative Management
  • Maintain required statistical information by keeping a daily transportation log and working with Transportation Supervisor to establish data gathering methods for program evaluation.
  • Obtain approval from the CSL Transportation Manager or Lead before using a P-card and upload all receipts as soon as possible.

Essential Qualifications

• CHRIST CENTERED
  • Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
  • Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
  • Prayfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
  • Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
  • Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
  • Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
  • Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
• EDUCATION
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
• EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum of three years driving experience.
• LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
  • Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
  • Minimum 3 years with a clear driving record.
  • First Aid certification or training and certification within 90 days of employment.
  • Complete Relias training to meet requirement of Crista Senior Living Administration.
• SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
  • Computer, phones, Microsoft Office and others.
• OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
  • Knowledge of Shoreline, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Northgate, Seattle and Everett is a plus.
  • Familiarity with surrounding geographical areas of King and Snohomish Counties.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy. Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.