Van Driver

CRISTA Ministries; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plans with CRISTA match

Family Care

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Discount at King’s Schools

Job summary

CRISTA Ministries is hiring a Van Driver for CRISTA Senior Living in Silverdale, WA. This full-time position transports residents to medical appointments, shopping, and recreation, while maintaining vehicle cleanliness and safety per policies.

The role requires at least three years of driving experience, a valid WA driver's license, and First Aid certification within 90 days. Compensation ranges from $20 to $25 per hour, with a $500 sign-on bonus and a benefits package including health insurance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years driving experience.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License with clear driving record.
• First Aid certification or training within 90 days of employment.
• Relias training completion to meet CRISTA Senior Living Administration requirement.

Responsibilities

• Greet residents professionally and courteously.
• Assist residents on/off vehicle and provide support as needed.
• Escort residents to destinations and assist with navigation.
• Assist with lifting groceries or packages when requested.
• Report behavior changes to Transportation Manager.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computer

Phone usage

Job description

Position: Van Driver – CRISTA Senior Living

Location: Silverdale, WA

Employment Status: Full Time

Compensation: $20 – $25, DOE

Sign-On Bonus: $500

Benefit Highlights: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans with CRISTA match, Family Care, Paid Holidays, PTO, Tuition Discount at King’s Schools.

Position Summary

The Van Driver at CRISTA Senior Living provides safe, reliable, and courteous transportation for approximately 700 residents, supporting their independence by transporting them to medical appointments, shopping, and recreational outings while maintaining vehicle cleanliness, safety, and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Greet residents with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Pick residents up at designated locations and assist them on/off vehicle, offering an arm for additional support.
• Escort residents to the entrances of their destinations (and beyond if the resident is unsteady or unable to navigate).
• Offer and provide assistance with lifting grocery bags or packages if requested or needed by residents.
• Report all behavior changes in residents to the Transportation Manager.
• Inspect both the interior and exterior of the vehicle before and during the shift to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Keep vehicles clean at all times (no trash, smudges, or clutter).
• Follow van policies, including no snacking in fleet vehicles, and clean protocols provided by the Manager or Lead.
• Examine engine oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid, and fuel before the first trip; follow SOPs provided by Manager or Lead.
• Notify the Manager or Lead immediately if you notice any mechanical issues such as a malfunctioning turn signal, unusual noises, steering wheel pulling, or transmission shifting issues.
• Fill out vehicle inspection forms and submit them to the Manager or Lead upon return.
• Ensure all vehicle accessories are present, properly stored, and in good working condition (fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, and first aid kits).
• Perform safe, efficient transportation via sedan or van to medical appointments, errands, and social/recreational outings scheduled with the CSL Transportation office.
• Participate in continuing education programs and team meetings when possible.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers, residents, and other departments of CRISTA Ministries as requested by the Manager or Lead.
• Maintain required statistical information by keeping a daily transportation log and working with the Transportation Supervisor to establish data gathering methods for program evaluation.
• Obtain approval from the CSL Transportation Manager or Lead before using a P-card and upload all receipts promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith, and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).

Essential Qualifications

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
• Committed Christian dedicated to continued spiritual growth through daily prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.
• Prayfully seeks God's will in own life and ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, and leading devotionals.
• Affirms, aligns with, and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner reflecting well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith, and CCC.
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum of three years driving experience.

Licensure / Certification

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Minimum 3 years with a clear driving record.
• First Aid certification or training and certification within 90 days of employment.
• Complete Relias training to meet requirement of CRISTA Senior Living Administration.

Software / Equipment Knowledge

• Computer, phones, Microsoft Office and others.

Other Considerations

• Minimum age 25.
• Flexibility with the schedule is necessary daily, including time to report to or leave work, driving in heavy traffic, appointment cancellations, and unscheduled additional activities.
• Protected Health Information at Level 2 – Minimum resident information necessary to complete assigned task and/or document actions.
• Read, write, communicate in and interpret English at a functional level.
• Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions (WAC 388-113).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Shoreline, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Northgate, Seattle and Everett is a plus.
• Familiarity with surrounding geographical areas of King and Snohomish Counties.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith‑based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of the 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behaviors, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy. Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.