Bus Driver

American Senior Communities; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to earnings before payday

Employee referral bonuses

401(k)

FSA program

Free life insurance

PTO exchange for pay

Job summary

American Senior Communities seeks a Community Bus Driver to provide reliable transportation for residents to appointments and activities. The role emphasizes safety, comfort, and a supportive presence to help residents feel at ease during travel.

Candidates should demonstrate CARE values and meet the listed requirements for licensing and education, with opportunities aligned to Indiana-based community needs and benefits relevant to full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Must meet physical requirements to safely transport residents in and out of the vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation services to residents for appointments and activities.
• Maintain safe and secure travel for residents.
• Foster a comforting, calm and engaging atmosphere for residents.

Skills

Stamina

Safety focus

Supportive presence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Community Bus Driver plays a critical role for our residents by providing transportation services to and from appointments and activities.

Skills Needed

• Physical Abilities: Stamina, strength and endurance to safely transport residents in and out of the vehicle utilizing ramps, wheelchair tie downs and lifts.
• Safety Focused: Ability to provide safe and secure travel for our residents.
• Supportive Presence: Create a comforting, calm and engaging atmosphere for our residents.
• Teamwork: The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents.

Requirements

• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff.
• Must be 25 years of age or older. Compassion, Accountability, Relationshipsand Excellence
• Valid CDL license required for communities that have a bus that carries 15 or more passengers.
• Good standing and current Operator’s License.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits And Perks Include

• Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
• Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team Culture: C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.
• Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., but they are also our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large. American Senior Communities has proudly served our customers since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Team members within each of our 100+ American Senior Communities take great pride in our Hoosier hospitality roots, and it is ingrained in everything we do. As leaders in senior care, we are not just doing a job but following a calling.