Driver

Elim Park Baptist Home; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

401K with match

Job summary

Elim Park Baptist Home is seeking an EPP Driver to provide safe transportation for residents to medical appointments, shopping, and other activities. The role involves operating vans or wheelchair vehicles, assisting residents in and out of vehicles, and maintaining clean, well-kept vehicles.

Qualifications include a High School diploma, a valid CDL Public Service Driver's license with a clean driving record, and a genuine concern for people.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• CDL Public Service Driver's license with a good driving record.
• Patience and genuine concern for residents.
• Ability to work with others and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to medical appointments and to shopping/errands.
• Operate regular vehicle or wheelchair van; assist residents in and out of vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report mechanical issues.
• Keep log books and fuel/maintenance receipts; assist as needed.
• Provide transportation for residents to dining or other activities.
• Attend in-service trainings and perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Patience

Dependability

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

CDL Public Service Driver's license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CHESHIRE, CT 06410, Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly, JOB TITLE: EPP Driver

REPORTS TO: Executive Office Manager

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Hourly

General Description

Provides and coordinates transportation to residents for medical appointments, shopping, banking, etc. Available to residents to do shopping, banking, errands, etc. on their behalf. Vehicles are provided by Elim Park.

Experience a Workplace Where Culture, Wellness, and Purpose Come Together

Step into a uniquely inspiring environment where meaningful work meets a mission-driven culture. As a nonprofit, faith-based organization, we are dedicated to redefining senior living—celebrating life, dignity, and connection in everything we do.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build genuine relationships and witness the impact of your care each day.

• Be part of a mission that matters
• Form meaningful connections
• Thrive in a supportive, values-driven workplace
• Choose a career with purpose and lasting impact

Discover the difference. See it for yourself at Elimpark.org

Essential Job Functions

1. Transportation:
   • Skilled to operate a regular vehicle and/or wheelchair van
   • Drive residents to and from scheduled medical appointments.
   • Drive residents to shopping centers, banks, bus or train stations, airports, etc.
   • Do errands for residents, and for staff on behalf of residents.
   • Transport residents by golf cart to and from noon meal in dining room.
   • Assists residents in and out of vehicles as needed.
2. Operation of Vehicle:
   • Maintain record of driving in log book in each vehicle.
   • Report all mechanical problems with vehicles to the Maintenance Supervisor as soon as they are evident.
   • Have vehicle washed periodically as needed, at least monthly.
   • Maintain clean, neat interior of the vehicle.
   • Keep vehicle filled with gas.
   • Turn in receipts for vehicle gas, maintenance, etc. to Accounting Department.
   • Monthly check for oil, transmission and radiator fluids.
3. Attend and participate in in-service educational classes; attend workshops, seminars, etc. as approved.
4. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by supervisor.
5. Performs any other duties and responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by Supervisor.

Key Characteristics

1. Demonstrates neatness, accuracy and dependability.
2. Contributes, develops and carries out new ideas.
3. Demonstrates an ability to work with others.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Ability to work in cost and time efficient manner.
6. Teaches skills and knowledge to new staff.
7. Wears appropriate clothing/uniform. Appearance is neat and well kept.
8. Relates well with residents; is friendly and pleasant.
9. Demonstrates good safety habits—uses equipment appropriately.
10. Attendance/punctuality—comes to work when scheduled and on time.
11. Attends required in-services.

Work Area and Working Conditions

Generally outside the facility in all types of weather conditions.

Entry Level Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Genuine concern for people, patience in dealing with their needs.
• Current CDL Public Service Driver's license, good driving record.

Physical Requirements

1. Must be able to lift, carry packages and equipment up to 30 lbs.
2. Must be able to assist residents in and out of vehicles and in doctors' offices, guiding residents up to an average 160 lbs.
3. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day.
4. Must be able to bend, squat, twist, to secure wheelchairs in van.
5. Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable and tactful manner and possess a pleasant speaking voice.
6. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions well.
7. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
8. Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility, and the ability to work effectively and harmoniously with other personnel, residents, and families.
9. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional and mental stability and patience to cope with the stress of the position.

Equipment to be used

• All passenger vehicles, including bus, van and wheelchair van.

Key Accountabilities (with or without reasonable accommodation)

1. Maintains vehicles in clean and safe condition.
2. Coordinates and schedules resident transportation needs
3. Maintains all records involved with transportation , including log book, gas receipts, resident chargeable mileage, and maintenance requisitions
4. Operates vehicles using safe standards based on resident comfort

Benefits

All full-time positions include a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, company-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Employees who are hired to work more than 14 hours per week are eligible to accrue paid time off (PTO). Additional employee discounts and benefits such as 401K with match are offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elim Park is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status