Driver

carltonseniorliving; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Raises

Anniversary Bonus

Immediate Pay

Fitness/Education Reimbursement

Complimentary employee meals

Holiday pay

Sick/Vacation Time

Medical, Dental, Vision... and more!

Job summary

Carlton Senior Living is seeking a Driver to transport residents and visitors to outings and appointments in the Sacramento area. Schedule: Tue–Sat, 8am–4pm. Pay range: $19–$21 per hour. You will assist residents with entering/exiting vehicles and with mobility aids, while keeping vehicles clean and safe.

We value compassion, patience, and strong communication, and offer competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement in a warm, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and hold a California Driver's License for at least 5 years.
• No more than 3 moving violations or 2 accidents in the last 5 years.
• DOT drug test required prior to employment, with random quarterly tests thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Drive automobiles, mini-vans, and small buses to transport residents and visitors to outings, events, trips, errands, and appointments.
• Assist passengers entering and exiting vehicles, including help with walkers, canes, and personal belongings.
• Load and secure passenger wheelchairs in vehicles.
• Chaperone and assist residents to ensure safety and engagement on outings and trips.
• Maintain community vehicles, monitor mechanical and aesthetic condition.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and conducting activity programs and events for residents.
• Support safety protocols and elopement prevention practices.
• Foster a warm, collaborative atmosphere with residents, families, and team members.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Strong communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

At Carlton, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults by offering personalized care and fostering a warm and supportive environment. We know it takes a special group of individuals to help our residents live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by love, kindness, and care. We believe happy employees ensure happy residents. With attractive benefits, hands-on training, and opportunities for career advancement, we take great pride in recruiting people who embrace and embody our unique "culture of caring."

Join our exceptional team at Carlton Senior Living as our Driver!

Why work with us:

• Annual Raises
• Anniversary Bonus
• Immediate Pay
• Fitness/Education Reimbursement
• Complimentary employee meals
• Holiday pay
• Sick/Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision... and more!

What we are hiring for: Driver

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday 8am-4pm

Pay Range: $19-21

What You'll Do:

• Drive automobiles, mini-vans, and small buses to transport residents and visitors to and from outings, events, trips, errands, and appointments.
• Assist passengers in entering and exiting vehicles, including assistance with walkers, canes, and personal belongings.
• Load and secure passenger wheelchairs in vehicles.
• Chaperone and assist residents to ensure safety and engagement while on outings and trips.
• Ensure community vehicles are clean and well maintained. Monitor mechanical and aesthetic condition of community vehicles.
• Comply with all traffic laws and regulations, ensuring a safe, cautious, and defensive driving approach at all times.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and conducting activity programs and events designed to enhance the mind, body, and soul of each of our residents
• Support safety protocols, emergency plans, and elopement prevention practices.
• Foster a warm, collaborative atmosphere with residents, families, and team members.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and have maintained a California Driver's License for a minimum of five (5) years.
• Must have less than three (3) moving violations or less than two (2) accidents within the past 5 years.
• Per the Department of Transportation, a negative Drug Test must be obtained prior to employment, and employee is subject to random quarterly drug tests thereafter. (obtained through community)
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent experience.
• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality with strong communication skills.
• Creativity and adaptability in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Must be computer and smart phone literate for communication, scheduling, mapping, and outing research.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English, so as not to jeopardize the safety and well-being of the residents.