Full Time Van Drive - (F Endorsement Required)

Benchmark Senior Living; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Referral Bonus

Wellness programs

401k with company match

Medical, Vision & Dental

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Shelton, CT seeks a compassionate Van Driver to transport residents between medical appointments, outings, and shopping trips. You will help plan and coordinate van transportation and act as an Activity Assistant during excursions.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid license with a clean driving record, and excellent communication. Benchmark offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in elderly care and understanding residents' needs.
• Demonstrated activities/recreational experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to medical appointments, outings, and shopping trips.
• Maintain vehicles in safe, working order per maintenance plan.
• Assist as an Activity Assistant on excursions and supervise the group.
• Monitor resident activity and alert staff when assistance is needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Activities/recreational experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

F Endorsement is required.

Schedule is Tuesday - Saturday: 8AM to 4PM.

We are looking for a compassionate Van Driver to join our team in Shelton, CT! The Van Driver is responsible for providing transportation for community residents. This position assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing all activities requiring van transportation as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Maintains vehicles in accordance with warranty requirements and/or internal maintenance plan to ensure safe, working order
• Acts as an Activity Assistant when on excursions; always stays with group except for when parking the van
• Transports residents to and from medical appointments, outings, and shopping trips
• Monitors resident activity and alerts staff when assistance is necessary to assure resident safety.

Requirements

• Education – High School diploma or equivalent certificate preferred
• Have a demonstrated interest in the elderly and are knowledgeable of servicing their needs.
• Must have demonstrated activities/recreational experience.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*

*Eligibility may vary by employment status