Bus Driver

Brookdale; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A senior living care organization is seeking a part-time or full-time employee to drive a 22 passenger bus. This position involves taking residents to appointments and various recreational outings. Candidates must have a valid CDL license with a passenger endorsement and possess excellent communication skills. This role requires a strong commitment to safety and the ability to engage with residents effectively. Join us to make a significant impact in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• Must hold a CDL license with passenger endorsement.
• Ability to operate buses with capacity exceeding 19 passengers.
• Fluent in English for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive a 22 passenger bus for residents' appointments and outings.
• Ensure residents' safety and comfort during transport.
• Communicate with residents about their needs.

Skills

Communication with residents

Driving experience

Emergency response

Tools

Bus operations knowledge

Job description

Brookdale offers exceptional Senior Living Communities, Assisted Living Facilities, Independent Living, Alzheimer's Care and Skilled Nursing Care.There are 80,000+ reasons to celebrate jobs at Brookdale. We've narrowed it down to three- Culture, Growth, and Impact.At Brookdale, we believe it’s just as important to work hard each day as it is to celebrate life. In fact, celebrating is vital to our care.With countless mentors and training programs for varied job opportunities, we’ll grow your passions and invest in your professional development.At Brookdale, you don’t serve guests or patients. You serve family and are rewarded by seeing that hard work pay off. Be part of redefining senior care and enjoy a rewarding career.

Job Description

Looking for apart time or full time employee to drive a 22 passenger bus for an assisted living home. This job entails dropping off and picking up residents from doctors appointments, grocery store trips, group outings to the mall, restaurants, or other places of recreation.

Qualifications

CDL license with passenger endorsement. Must be able to pass a background checkand drug screening.

Additional Information

Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has working knowledge of the organization. Ability to operate buses with proper certifications for capacity exceeding 19 passengers. Knowledge of large bus operations and mechanics and ability to respond appropriately and in a calm and reassuring manner in case of operational emergency. Knowledge of oxygen tank, wheel chair and walker operation and safety measures. Must be willing to communicate with residents of various levels of functioning and various types of personalities. Ability to speak and write English fluently in order converse with residents as needed. Willingness and ability to assist in and stay calm when executing the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Willingness to communicate perceived physical and emotional needs of residents to other skilled staff to assist with addressing their care needs.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Brookdale is an EOE-(Equal Opportunity Employer) and drug free work place