Life Enrichment Bus Driver

Presbyterian Homes & Services; Wayzata (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver to join their team. This role involves operating a campus van to provide essential shuttle services for residents, ensuring they have access to various campus facilities and off-campus activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong driving record, a valid driver's license, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents and staff. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork, flexibility, and personal integrity, while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritizes employee well-being and development.

Benefits

Heated underground parking

Discounted employee meals

Free Fitness Center access

Heated streets and sidewalks

PTO (Paid time off)

Same-day pay

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Organize and provide shuttle service for residents.
• Maintain daily schedule and plan routes for transportation.

Skills

Excellent driving record

Patience and tact

Team player

Communication skills in English

Education

Sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy

Class A or B driver’s license

Current medical certificate

Tools

Campus van

Job description

Overview

Presbyterian Homes & Services - Folkestone is seeking a Driver for its team. The Driver position is responsible for operating the campus van to organize and provide a shuttle service on campus for residents to access campus buildings, and for providing periodic support in transporting residents to activities off the campus.

SCHEDULE/HOURS: 30 Hours per week (hours can be flexible dependent on the needs of residents)

REPORTING STRUCTURE: Jennifer Simpson - Life Enrichment Director

ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY:

Folkestone, 100 Promenade Avenue, Wayzata, MN 55391. Folkestone is a progressive "green" community featuring access to pedestrian walkways, shopping and dining, plazas and open space, public art and fountains - all within walking distance from downtown Wayzata and Lake Minnetonka.

As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities:

• Heated underground parking for all employees
• Discounted employee meals
• Free Fitness Center access
• Heated streets and sidewalks (no snow and ice in the winter!)
• Lots of dining choices nearby
• Brand new equipment

This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living with Memory Care, Enhanced Assisted Living, Care Center/Long Term Care

Responsibilities

• Organize and provide a shuttle service for residents.
• Maintain a daily schedule, plan routes, and schedule riders accordingly.
• Provide a door-to-door service for the residents who have mobility or ambulating impairments.
• Escort them from their home or apartment to the bus and escort them into the building of their destination.
• Organize a schedule in collaboration with designated staff and residents to provide periodic services to support resident attendance at activities away from the campus.

Qualifications

• Sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy.
• Class A or B driver’s license and passenger endorsement as required by site and vehicle driven.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance sufficient to ensure the excellent and safe operation of the vehicle and to troubleshoot problems.
• Current and valid medical certificate in compliance with Department of Transportation Requirements as required by site and vehicle driven.
• Excellent driving record.
• Must possess patience, tact, positive attitude, enthusiasm as well as willingness to work as a team player.
• Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work independently and effectively with residents, coworkers, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Pay Range

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $16.32 - $20.09 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends on many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS

Based in St. Paul, Minnesota–Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care options and services for older adults. There are over 7,500 team members like you at PHS, serving more than 26,000 older adults through 60+ PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage and other community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in MN, providing comprehensive care for over 15,000 older adults. An Innovative Leader: Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an Innovative Leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being. PHS is now one of the largest nonprofit senior housing and services providers in the US. Our strong focus on our employees means we are committed to an environment where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. With a strong commitment to team growth from within, roughly 80% of leadership roles are filled through the development of people like you. To learn more about PHS culture, benefits and team development, we invite you to visit the "Careers" section of our website. Let's get you started.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.