Bus Driver/Life Enrichment Assistant

The Village; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Supplemental insurance

PTO

Referral bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

Perks at Work

Education Reimbursement Program

Ongoing training

Job summary

The Village in Tacoma, WA is hiring a full-time activities assistant to plan and lead engaging programs for seniors. You will encourage participation, create a warm atmosphere, and provide safe transportation for resident outings with a valid driver’s license. This role offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities to grow within the community.

Join our care-centered team and help brighten daily life for residents with cheerful energy and kindness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activity programs
• Encourage residents to participate in scheduled activity programs
• Create a positive atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and fun
• Provide safe, courteous transportation service
• Ensure vehicle pre-trip inspections are done prior to each trip
• Be a team player and assist in the activities department when there are no transportation needs

Job description

Job Details Job Location: WA - RSL Village LLC - Tacoma, WA 98466 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day HAVE FUN CREATING HAPPY MOMENTS FOR OTHERS!

Do you have the magic that makes people smile? Come join our awesome team! We strive to maintain a care-centered culture that begins with caring for you in the same way we care for our residents. Each individual member of our team plays an extremely valuable role in our community as they use their cheerfulness, enthusiasm, and kindness to care for and brighten the daily lives of the seniors we serve.

WAYS WE CARE FOR YOU

• Competitive wages with increased wage scale – Have experience? Find out what you can start at! If you don’t have experience, no problem, join our team and grow with us!
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• PTO
• Referral bonus program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)

PERKS

• Enjoy “Perks at Work” which offers access to 30,000+ national and local employee discounts, online classes, and personal development
• Use earned Radiant Bucks to purchase special items
• Monthly all-staff meetings with fun events and great prizes

GROWTH

• Opportunities for career advancement and promotion
• Online and in-person education and training
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Ongoing training programs and services

THE DIFFERENCE YOU WILL MAKE:

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activity programs
• Encourage residents to participate in scheduled activity programs
• Create a positive atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and fun.
• Provide safe, courteous transportation service
• Ensure vehicle pre-trip inspections are done prior to each trip
• Be a team player and assist in the activities department when there are no transportation needs

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT CANDIDATE:

• Compassionate, patient, and kind, and have a heart for working with senior adults
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of an excellent driving record and meet Company auto policy requirements in order to drive the van/bus for resident outings
• Ability to physically assist residents in need. May require lifting and bending

If you have a heart to serve, a positive attitude, and the desire to learn & grow we would love to talk to you!