Driver in Mesa, Arizona at PAL Mesa LLC

Job Title: Driver

Position Scope: The Driver is responsible for providing transportation services to Park Avenue Lifestyle residents.

Reports to: Life Enrichment Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

ABOUT US: At Park Avenue Lifestyle, we exist to make remarkable impacts on the lives we touch. We accomplish this by delivering superior care to our residents, by empowering our associates with an enriching career and growth opportunities, and by providing peace of mind to our residents’ loved ones. Our communities are beautifully built and designed for the resident; one who does not want to compromise what is important to them as they deal with the new realities of aging. Every resident and employee have a unique background and with our connection together we create a stronger community.

ABOUT YOU: A compassionate person who seeks an opportunity to do what you love, while touching the lives of those people we have the honor to care for and serve. A person who is excited and motivated by the prospect of relentlessly pursuing and continually setting a new standard in senior living.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the mission, vision, and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.
• Assists residents with any special needs during transportation, e.g., carrying packages, opening doors, assisting residents in and out of vehicles, etc.
• Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
• Responsible for maintenance and appearance of designated vehicles.
• Coordinates routine preventive maintenance as directed.
• Maintains all tools, equipment and supplies.
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of resident information.
• Communicates any observed or suspected resident change in condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
• Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
• Completes all mandatory compliance, HIPAA and state and federal regulatory training as required.
• Other duties as assigned by your director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience driving a bus.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Valid and applicable state drivers’ license and no major driving violations for the past three (3) years.
• First aid and CPR certification may be required.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Walk/Stand – must be able to continuously walk and stand
• Environment Condition – must be able to perform work both inside and outside
• Sit – sit infrequently
• Lift - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds
• Carry - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds
• Push - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds
• Climb – must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available
• Bend – must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips and spine on a frequent basis; may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Squat – must be able to squat on a frequent basis to reach below the knee, may require lifting of 50 pounds or less.
• Twist or rotate – must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Reach– must be able to reach on a frequent basis. May occasionally reach overhead, requiring manipulation of weight of 10 pounds or less, and below waist manipulating weight of 25 pounds or more.
• Sensory Vision – must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses
• Hear - Must be able to hear with or without hearing aid devices to ensure safety while transporting in a vehicle.
• Speech/Language – must have strong command of English sufficient to read and write and interpret administration information.