Van Driver

Benchmark Senior Living; Bedford (NH); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays

Meal discount

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Referral bonus

Wellness programs

401k match

Medical, Vision & Dental

Job summary

Benchmark at Bedford Falls is seeking a compassionate Van Driver to join our team. The role involves providing transportation for residents and supporting activities requiring van travel with residents, ensuring safety and care throughout outings.

Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance alignment with safety standards, assisting during excursions, and transporting residents to appointments, shopping, and events while monitoring resident safety and coordinating with staff as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in serving the elderly.
• Experience in activities or recreation desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintains vehicles in accordance with warranty requirements and internal maintenance plan, ensuring safety.
• Acts as an Activity Assistant on excursions; stays with the group except when parking the van.
• Transports residents to and from medical appointments, outings, and shopping trips.
• Monitors resident activity and alerts staff to ensure resident safety.

Skills

Excellent communication

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Benchmark at Bedford Falls are looking for a compassionate Van Driver to join our team! 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
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• 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