Driver and Activities Assistant at Senior Living Community

The Arbor Company; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

PTO cash-out

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

DEI training

Tuition assistance

Emergency financial aid

Health/dental/vision + 401K

Job summary

The Arbor Company is seeking a Driver/Activities Assistant to transport residents safely and support daily activities. You will be responsible for entering/exiting the vehicle, keeping logs, and helping residents engage in our six-dimensional engagement program.

Our team focuses on respect and a supportive work environment. You will contribute to residents’ health and spirit by coordinating transportation, assisting with activities when no appointments are scheduled, and helping maintain a

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to provide safe, courteous transportation for residents.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents as scheduled and ensure safe ingress/egress from vehicles.
• Deliver packages or purchases and assist with activities when not scheduled.
• Maintain vehicle safety checks and comply with driving laws at all times.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Excellent driving record

Customer service

Job description

“Be the Heart Behind the Wheel.”

Help our residents stay connected, engaged, and on the move... where every trip makes a difference.

Are you ready to love your job again?

Join The Arbor Company

and discover a work family where you are treated with respect. We are recognized by our team members as a Great Place To Work® and we are honored to be one of only 20 companies on Fortune Magazine’s “Best Workplaces in Aging Services" list.

Arbor People feel the love every day because we provide:

• Free Meal for Each Work Shift
• Employee Assistance Program – Wellness Resources for You and Your Family
• Paid Time Off for Full Time and Part Time Staff, Plus the Ability to Turn Your PTO Into Cash
• Options To Get Paid on Your Own Schedule
• Pathways For Growth Opportunities
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Access To Emergency Financial Assistance
• Access To Health, Dental, Vision Insurance & 401K with Employer Matching Contributions

Driver/Activities Assistant Job Summary

The Driver/Activities Assistant shall be responsible for the transportation of residents as scheduled. The Driver/Activities Assistant will also be responsible for the maintenance and daily checks on the bus and or vehicles used for transportation purposes. The Driver/Activities Assistant will also assist with resident activities when no appointments are scheduled.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist residents in entering and/or exiting vehicle or bus making sure residents are safely secured according to motor vehicle laws.
• Assist residents by delivering packages or purchases obtained while out on shopping excursions, activities, etc.
• Obey all state motor vehicle and driving laws at all time, ensuring the safe transportation of residents.
• Feeds list/log of who goes on vehicles and carries Emergency Contact Sheet of all on board.
• You will provide meaningful and engaging opportunities for our residents to thrive and improve their overall health and spirit through our 6-dimensional engagement program
• You will make a positive contribution to the lives of our residents and families through building deep connections.
• You can utilize your creativity and have fun at work!

Our people and our residents are at the center of our universe. We can’t wait to meet you!

The Arbor Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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