Van Driver: Part Time

Benchmark Senior Living; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training & Uniforms

Associate Referral Bonus Program

Health & Wellness Programs

401k Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Vacation and Health & Wellness PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Alexandria is hosting a hiring event for a Van Driver position. This part-time role supports transportation for residents and assists during outings and medical appointments.

Responsibilities include maintaining vehicle safety, transporting residents, and ensuring group safety during excursions. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and a genuine interest in serving the elderly. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in elderly care.
• Experience in activities/recreational programming.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintains vehicles according to warranty/maintenance plan to ensure safety.
• Acts as an Activity Assistant during excursions; stays with group except when parking the van.
• Transports residents to and from medical appointments, outings, and shopping trips.
• Monitors resident activity and alerts staff when assistance is needed to assure resident safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come to join us at our hiring event!

Benchmark at Alexandria invites you to explore career opportunities that embrace your talents and aspirations!

Join us for our Hiring Event on Tuesday, November 10th, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm to learn more about what it means to work at our assisted living community, and interview with our team for open positions!

During this event, we will be focusing on interviews for the following positions:

• Van Driver: Part time

Event Date: November 10

Event Location: 3440 Berkeley St, Alexandria, VA 22302

Event Time: 10am-2pm and 3pm-7pm

We 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*