Transport Driver

Glasgow Gardens; Glasgow (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Glasgow Gardens in Glasgow, Missouri is seeking a driver to join our caring team. You will provide safe transportation for residents, assist with entering and exiting the vehicle, and secure mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs.

Requirements include a CNA certificate and a valid driver's license, plus the ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Prior experience with individuals with disabilities or in long-term care is a plus. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have CNA certificate.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities or long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle.
• Extensive contact with patients/residents of a nursing home facility.
• Assist ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle.
• Ensure passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle.
• Secure residents’ mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and report needs for service.

Skills

Safe vehicle operation

Passenger handling

Load/unload passengers

Geographic location awareness

Follow instructions

Lift up to 75 pounds

Valid driver’s license

1-year driving experience

Education

CNA certificate

Job description

Glasgow Gardens, located in Glasgow, Missouri is currently seeking a driver to join our team.

Driver Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must have C.N.A certificate.

• The safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle

• Extensive contact with patients/ residents of a nursing home facility

• Assisting ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle

• Ensuring that passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle

• Securing residents’ mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs

• Performing preventive maintenance functions such as checking lights, maintaining fluid levels, checking tire pressure, etc. and notifying supervisory personnel of need for further service or repair

Driver Qualifications and Skills:

• Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used to load, secure, and unload passengers from a motor vehicle

• Skill in the operation and basic maintenance of assigned motor vehicle

• Ability to find geographic locations

• Ability to follow oral/ written instructions and keep a record of activities

• Ability to lift, maneuver, and support materials of up to 75 pounds

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff

• Possession of a valid driver’s license

• Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a motor vehicle

• Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities stated above

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience working in long term care a plus

Driver Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

• Vacation and Paid Sick Time

• 401K

• Tuition Reimbursement