Driver

Sonshine Manor; Bethany (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

401K

Job summary

Bethany Care Center is seeking a dedicated driver to join our team. You will safely operate the assigned vehicle and assist residents entering and exiting, while securing mobility devices and providing compassionate support.

The role emphasizes safe transport, adherence to instructions, and basic vehicle maintenance. Experience with individuals with disabilities or long-term care is a plus, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift, maneuver, and support up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to locate geographic areas and follow directions.
• Ability to follow oral/written instructions and keep records.
• Experience with residents with disabilities or long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate the assigned motor vehicle.
• Interact with patients/residents of a nursing home facility.
• Assist ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals entering and exiting the vehicle.
• Ensure passengers are safely seated and secure mobility devices.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and report needs for service or repair.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Lift up to 75 lbs

Find geographic locations

Record keeping

Interpersonal with residents

Vehicle maintenance basics

Safe driving

Experience with disabilities/long-term

Job description

Bethany Care Center is currently seeking a driver to join our team.

Driver Duties and Responsibilities:

• The safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle
• Extensive contact with patients/ residents of a nursing home facility
• Assisting ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle
• Ensuring that passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle
• Securing residents’ mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs
• Performing preventive maintenance functions such as checking lights, maintaining fluid levels, checking tire pressure, etc. and notifying supervisory personnel of need for further service or repair

Driver Qualifications and Skills:

• Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used to load, secure, and unload passengers from a motor vehicle
• Skill in the operation and basic maintenance of assigned motor vehicle
• Ability to find geographic locations
• Ability to follow oral/ written instructions and keep a record of activities
• Ability to lift, maneuver, and support materials of up to 75 pounds
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a motor vehicle
• Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities stated above
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience working in long term care a plus

Driver Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• 401K