Driver/Transportation Scheduler

Era Living; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 30,031 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Discounted staff meals

Double pay for holidays

Sick time accrual 1 hour per 40 hours

Employee assistance program

Longevity bonuses

Staff discount programs

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Era Living is seeking a part-time Driver to join our Life Enrichment team at Ida Culver House Broadview in Seattle, WA. The Friday shift runs 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, offering customer-focused transportation for residents to activities and appointments.

The role supports residents with transportation needs, assists in group activities, and ensures vehicle safety and maintenance. Washington Driver License and First Aid/CPR are required, with background checks and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Washington state driver's license.
• Able to communicate in English and assist residents.
• Proficient with Outlook and basic computer tasks.
• Passing background checks as required.
• Shift requires part-time availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for residents to activities, appointments, and outings.
• Schedule vehicle trips and remind residents of events.
• Perform general vehicle maintenance and safety checks.
• Assist residents in and out of vehicles; provide escort as needed.
• Lead or assist in resident group activities when required.
• Support Life Enrichment initiatives as part of the team.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

English communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Washington State Driver License

First Aid & CPR certification

Caregiver Dementia Training

CEUs yearly requirement

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Era Living is seeking a part-time Driver to become the newest member of our Life Enrichment team located in our Ida Culver House Broadview Community, Seattle, WA. Shift is scheduled on Friday, 8:30AM to 5:00PM.

Compensation

$21.80 - $23.50 per hour | Discounted Staff Meals!

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
• Double pay for holidays worked
• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity bonuses
• Employee discount programs
• Pre-tax election commuter benefits

Primary Responsibilities

The Driver provides customer service-focused transportation for community residents to a variety of activities, appointments and outings. Assists in resident group activities as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for residents including: personal/small group shopping trips, to and from appointments, and for small group external recreation events
• Schedule vehicle trips for residents and/or life enrichment activities/events and place reminder calls of the scheduled events to residents
• Provide general care and preventative maintenance of community vehicles
• Assist residents in and out of vehicles; provide additional escort as needed
• Lead or assist in resident group activities as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have and maintain a driving record compliant with Era Living Qualified and Authorized Drivers policy
• Possess basic computer skills including ability to use Outlook and email
• Able to communicate, read, and write effectively in English
• Interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to pass DSHS and State background check, required

Education and Experience

• Valid Washington State Driver License; Must be 25 years’ old.
• First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Complete Caregiver Dementia and Caregiver Mental Health training within 120 days of hire
• Must complete 70 hour course to earn a long term care aide certificate within 120 days of hire
• Not required if worked in boarding home setting in 2011
• Required to complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) yearly (completed by birthdate)

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!

Era Living was voted “2023/2024/2025 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.