Duties and Responsibilities:

The safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle

Extensive contact with patients/ residents of a nursing home facility

Assisting ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle

Ensuring that passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle

Securing residents’ mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs

Keeping a record of each bus trip and the residents who attended

Documenting the mileage and time for each bus trip

Performing preventive maintenance functions such as checking lights, maintaining fluid levels, checking tire pressure, etc. and notifying supervisory personnel of need for further service or repair

Requirements:

Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used to load, secure, and unload passengers from a motor vehicle

Skill in the operation and basic maintenance of assigned motor vehicle

Ability to find geographic locations

Ability to follow oral/ written instructions and keep a record of activities

Ability to lift, maneuver, and support materials of up to 80 pounds

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff

Possession of a valid driver’s license

Experience:

Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a motor vehicle

Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities stated above

Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience working in long term care a plus

Benefits:

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off