Per Diem Van Driver - The Residence at Glastonbury

LCB Senior Living; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior living residence is looking for a per diem transport assistant to aid in transporting residents for appointments and activities. Ideal candidates will have excellent driving skills, three years of driving experience, and a strong focus on customer service. Duties include ensuring vehicle readiness and assisting residents during travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years driving experience required.
• Knowledge of automobile servicing.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to and from appointments and activities.
• Ensure vehicle readiness and safety checks.
• Assist residents with entry and exit from the vehicle.

Skills

Customer service

Driving skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: The Residence at Glastonbury - Glastonbury, CT

Position Type: Per Diem

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, co-workers, and the surrounding community.
• Actively participate in growing community occupancy by representing and interacting positively with potential residents, family members, and professionals.
• Perform all duties with a positive attitude.
• Operate a 7 to 14+ passenger vehicle.
• Ensure vehicle readiness, including safety checks, first aid supplies, and updated resident emergency information sheets.
• Assist residents with entering and leaving the vehicle.
• Assist with baggage as needed.
• Enforce safety rules during travel.
• Secure necessary paperwork for appointments and deliver to appropriate persons.
• Transport residents to and from appointments, group activities, and other destinations.
• Service the vehicle with fuel, oil, and necessary fluids; maintain cleanliness.
• Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Attend required in-services and orientations.
• Respond to resident requests and perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities.

LCB's Non-Discrimination Policy:

LCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment are based on qualifications and capabilities, without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. All employment phases are covered under this policy.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Focused on providing excellent customer service.
• Excellent driving skills and automobile servicing knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Frequent lifting, bending, and stretching.
• Calm and complete handling of emergency situations.

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience: Minimum of three years driving experience required.

Certificates/Licenses: Valid driver's license in the state, with no more than two moving violations in three years.

Physical Demands:

• Finger and hand dexterity.
• Visual and auditory acuity.
• Lift at least 25 lbs.
• Push, pull, walk, sit, stand, crouch, kneel, stoop, reach, and use good body mechanics.
• Use a computer and type as needed.