Van Driver

Benchmark Senior Living; Yarmouth (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Health, Vision & Dental benefits

Paid training

Employee referral bonus

Wellness programs (physical & mental)

Vacation and PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living's Bay Square at Yarmouth is seeking a compassionate Van Driver to transport residents to appointments, outings, and shopping. You will help plan and coordinate van transportation and support activity excursions, ensuring safety and group supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a clean driving record, and excellent communication skills, with demonstrated interest in the elderly and recreational experience.

Qualifications

• Education – High School diploma or equivalent certificate preferred
• Must have demonstrated activities/recreational experience
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Interest in elderly

Activities/recreational experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Bay Square at Yarmouth is looking for a compassionate Van Driver to join our team!

$18.50-$19.50/HR

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.

Benefits

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