Driver

Kensington Senior Living; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Driver position at Kensington Falls Church in Reston, VA is responsible for safely transporting residents, families, and team members to locations outside the community on a timely basis. The role requires strong communication, a clean driving record, and a patient, friendly demeanor.

Candidates should have a valid Virginia driver’s license, the ability to assist residents with transfers, and comfort working per-diem/on-call shifts within a supportive elder-care team.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal skills and clear communication with residents and staff.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate safe driving abilities and adherence to safety policies.
• Ability to safely operate vehicle lift equipment.
• Assist residents with transfers in and out of vehicles and mobility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely and lawfully operate vehicles for transporting residents, families, and staff.
• Keep logs and report maintenance issues; assist with preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate transportation with Concierge, Activities Coordinators, and Care staff.
• Assist residents with mobility and transfers; maintain patient, respectful demeanor.
• Keep vehicles clean and perform basic safety checks before use.
• Demonstrate good sense of direction and community ambassador behavior.
• Maintain a clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Participate in ongoing professional development as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Time management

Safe driving

Lift equipment operation

Resident transfers assistance

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Vehicle lift equipment

Job description

Why Kensington Reston Senior Living? Because Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own. These are not just words – but something all of us at Kensington Senior Living strive to deliver each day. We’re looking for a Driver to join our Kensington Falls Church community.

Join us to discover your path, grow your purpose, and embrace the unexpected: deeper connections, greater opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging.

Salary

$20 – $23 per hour, based on experience

Schedule

Per-Diem, On-Call

Summary

The Driver is responsible for managing the transportation schedule safely transporting residents, families, and team members to locations outside of the community on a timely basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely and lawfully operates motor vehicles that are authorized to transport residents, families and team members. Under no circumstances is a personal vehicle to be used for transporting resident on company business.
• Understands how to fully operate each vehicle and associated equipment s/he is assigned to drive. Is responsible to fill out logs as required, identifies maintenance issues with vehicles, and participates in developing and ensuring effective preventative maintenance.
• Manages resident transportation schedule process. Ensures coordination with Concierge and neighborhood Activities Coordinators, Care and Nursing Staff so that residents’ transportation needs are met on a timely basis.
• Demonstrates patience and good nature when assisting residents with their transportation needs and with other drivers. Assists residents in with mobility and transfers to and from vehicles as needed.
• Ensures that vehicles are kept spotlessly clean inside and out at all times. Completes safety checks before operating company vehicles including but not limited to turn signals, brake signals, lights, windshield wipers, horn, and seat belts.
• Develops clear sense of direction and traffic patterns and demonstrates the ability to reach any location with a minimum of wasted time.
• Embraces the role of ambassador for The Kensington when s/he is out in the community. Is unfailingly polite and non-aggressive as a driver.
• Maintains a clear driving record with no moving violations.
• Participates in other professional development activities as required.

Knowledge and Skill

• Must have excellent verbal skills and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a team based environment.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate safe driving abilities.
• Ability to safe operate vehicle lift equipment.
• Ability to assist residents with transfers in an out of vehicles and with mobility as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages and abilities, displaying consideration of their rights and sensitivities, while maintaining an energetic, positive attitude.
• Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must maintain a clean and well-groomed appearance and follow the dress code as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
• Demonstrates freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis by a health screening performed by a physician not more than (6) months prior to or (7) days after employment
• Must be cleared in a criminal background check administered in the state of Virginia.
• Experience in similar position with retirement living or home-care background is desirable but not required.
• High school diploma preferred
• Valid drivers’ license to in accordance with Virginia state law with no moving violations in the past 3 years

Mental and Physical Requirements

• Requires ability to stand and walk short and long distances for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry objects in excess of 25 pounds.
• Requires reaching above, below, and at shoulder length.
• Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations.