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Rotary Senior Living is welcoming a Transportation Driver to join our team! Our driver assists and drivers our residents to their appts. This gives a caring and compassionate person a great opportunity to build relationships with the residents one on one. If this sounds like the ideal culture you desire, we welcome the opportunity to work with you!

JOB HIGHLIGHTS:

• Part time
• Monday - Friday Hours Vary based on appts
• Must have good driving record and obtain a chauffers license
• Must be at least 25 years old for insurance purposes.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Transport Driver, you are responsible to transport residents to and from their appointments and/or activities, assisting residents safely in and out of the vehicle, ensure the vehicle's interiors and exteriors are maintained in a clean manner and interact with residents, families, and members of our community in a polite and professional manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide safe, reliable and prompt transportation services for residents.
• Provide assistance to those with mobility challenges, including supporting the use of wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids.
• Ensure that passengers are seated securely and that all safety restraints are used correctly. 
• Report any maintenance issues, accidents, or damages to the appropriate personnel.
• Keep the vehicle stocked with necessary supplies, such as water, first-aid kits, and other essentials.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, including times, routes, and passenger details.
• Report any incidents, accidents, or issues to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper documentation of service provided, including any special assistance rendered.
• Coordinate with care team and operations staff on daily, weekly transportation schedule.
• Properly utilize, clean, and store all equipment and supplies.
• Acknowledge and promote Resident Rights treating all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect while maintaining resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA.
•  Reports all accidents and incidents, alleged reports of abuse or misappropriation of property, complaints, and grievances.
• Strive to maintain the dignity and independence of patients and residents by fostering a caring and respectful environment.
• Follow all safety precautions in performance of duties and report all safety violations and/or concerns.
• Participate in all required in-service trainings, competencies, perform assigned tasks and other duties as assigned, while ensuring all applicable laws, regulations, and company standards are met.
• This position requires direct supervision and is not eligible for remote work.
• Overtime may be required for this position.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Must be adaptable, flexible to changes, and able to prioritize and organize work efficiently.
• Help foster an environment that promotes growth and development of team members.
• Create and maintain a warm and inviting atmosphere promoting collaboration between residents and their family, team members and partners in care.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid state-issued Driver's License and clean motor vehicle record.
• Previous experience working with elderly individuals or in a caregiving/transportation role is preferred.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employer paid life insurance
• PTO
• 403B retirement plan

*These benefits are available to full-time employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for PTO regardless of status.

This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:
Rotary Senior Living is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) featuring 38-units of Independent Living (IL) duplexes surrounding the campus, a 10-unit Assisted Living (AL) with Memory Support, a Residential Care facility with 15-beds, a 46-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and a Wellness Center that includes a gym, pool and outpatient therapy.

We take pride in providing quality, person-centered care, in addition to fostering an environment that team members want to be a part of.  If you desire an organization that creates an environment that allows both our residents and team members to thrive, consider joining us.