Driver

Discoversarabella; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance and Volunt

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 2%

Job summary

Discoversarabella in New York is seeking a responsible Driver to support community transportation services for residents, ensuring safety and timely arrivals to medical appointments, activities, and shopping. You will operate a community-owned vehicle and coordinate with the Salus Lifestyle Coach and staff.

The role involves daily schedule coordination, monitoring resident status, and performing basic vehicle inspections, with potential weekend shifts and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes, and speaks English.
• Previous experience in driving (preferred).
• Ability to operate van lift.

Responsibilities

• Transports Community Residents to medical appointments, activities, and shopping using the Community-owned vehicle.
• Consults the Transportation Schedule daily.
• Monitors Resident status and alerts for safety.
• Completes routine vehicle inspections and reports issues.

Skills

Reading/Writing English

English speaking

Driver experience

Job description

As a certified Great Place to Work for 9 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Job Summary:

The Driver reports to the Salus Lifestyle Coach and is responsible for assuring that Community-sponsored transportation is implemented appropriately and in a timely manner, with Resident safety and security the primary priority.

Essential Functions:

• Transports Community Residents to and from medical appointments, activities, and shopping errands that have been approved by the Salus Lifestyle Coach using the Community-owned vehicle.
• Consults the Transportation Schedule daily.
• Monitors Resident status and alerts Salus Lifestyle Coach when assistance is necessary to assure Resident safety.
• Completes routine periodic vehicle inspection checks and informs the Executive Director and Plant Operations Director of any maintenance problems or safety issues that need to be addressed.
• Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures and follows Community safety and disaster policies and procedures.
• Requires minimal supervision and is a self-starter.
• Performs all other duties that are assigned by the Salus Lifestyle Coach.

Compliance and Safety:

• Follows all emergency procedures.
• Understands all driving and other safety practices and procedures.

Communication:

• Displays mature behavior and attitude in speech and action.
• Demonstrates consistently pleasant demeanor, tone of voice, and supports the Community approach to Resident care and passenger safety.
• Communicates effectively with Salus Lifestyle Coach and other Community staff.
• Immediately advises Salus Lifestyle Coach and Wellness Director of any changes in physical and mental health of a Resident.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• Previous experience in a driving position (preferred).
• Ability to operate van lift.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Requirements:

• Does occasional heavy lifting (up to 80 pounds).
• Performs frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, moving of equipment, bending, and stooping.
• Spends long periods of time on foot or driving.
• Reacts quickly in any situation.
• May be required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• May be required to work extended hours (up to 16 hours per day).
• May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including HIV, AIDS. and Hepatitis B and C viruses.
• Could be subject to hostile and emotionally upset Residents due to mental status of a Resident.
• Must be in good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.
• Must submit to background, criminal, and drug tests as required.
• May be asked to submit to random drug test during employment.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.