Driver - Full-Time
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Great Place to Work Certified!#BestWorkplaces#GPTWCertifiedCOMPANY OVERVIEWAt Carlton, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults by offering personalized care and fostering a warm and supportive environment. We know it takes a special group of individuals to help our residents live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by love, kindness, and care. We believe happy employees ensure happy residents. With attractive benefits, hands-on training, and opportunities for career advancement, we take great pride in recruiting people who embrace and embody our unique culture of caring. Join our exceptional team at Carlton Senior Living!Department: ActivitiesStatus: Full-TimeSchedule: Sunday-ThursdayStarting Pay: $18.5/hr. Benefits:

• Raises twice a year
• Anniversary Bonus
• Immediate Pay
• Fitness/Education Reimbursement
• Complementary employee meals
• Opportunity for additional pay increases (referrals, mentors, etc)
• Holiday pay
• Sick/Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision... and more!

SUMMARYIn the Driver position, this roleis responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation services toresidents. The Driver chaperones and drives automobiles, mini-vans, smallbuses, or large buses (with appropriate license) to transport residents andvisitors to and from outings, events, trips, errands, and appointments. TheDriver works alongside the Activities Assistant, if applicable, and under thedirection of the Activities Manager, assists with planning, scheduling, and conducting activity programs and events designed to enhance the mind,body, and soul of each of our residents. This role may assistresidents with some activities of daily living.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions of the position.ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned by your direct manager. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

• Assists passengers in entering and exiting the vehicle, including assistance with walkers, canes, and wheelchairs, holds umbrellas in wet weather, and loads andunloads baggage and luggage
• Secures passenger wheelchairs to restraint devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trips
• Secures all passenger's seat belts in vehicles equipped with belts
• Completes daily pre-trip inspections noting the condition of the vehicle before and after the trip. Log all miles and driving hours
• Informs the Activities Manager when the vehicle needs to be cleaned, vacuumed, and polished,both verbally and in writing
• Performs basic cleaning, such as picking uppapers and sweeping out the bus after each use. Obtain immediate housekeeping or maintenance assistance with clean-up upon returning to thecommunity, if needed
• Informs the Activities Manager of any necessary minor repairs or serious immediate repairs needed on any company vehicle, verbally and in writing
• Operates phone or similar device to communicate with community regarding location and status of residents on every trip
• Studies and complies with all applicable road regulations
• Checks that there is a First Aid Kit and fire extinguisher on every vehicle and that it is complete before departing on anyexcursion
• Immediately reports any accidents, injuries, or incidents involving associates or residents and any traffic tickets (on oroff duty) or damage to any vehicles to the ActivitiesManager and the Executive Director
• Stocks the vehicle with the appropriate amountof drinking water before departing on any excursion. Performs miscellaneous errands such as shopping for items needed by the resident or thecommunity
• Occasionally drives for extended trips requiring irregular hours
• Keeps records of resident behavior when needed
• Acts as chaperone while on an outing. Checks resident safety. Assists residents while on the excursion
• Assists with putting away all supplies and/or equipment, immediately following the completion of any activity. Assists with monitoring the cleanliness of the activity spaces and common areas
• Coordinates scheduling of community transportation program, including departure times, informing residents of departure times and ensuring they returnfrom their appointment
• Attends all Driver's Safety courses and training provided by the community
• Adheres to all safety requirements set forth by the community
• Ancillary Tasks: these duties may be performed on an as-needed basis in support of another department
• Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including, but not limited to escort, continence care, and transfer assistance
• Use Positive Approach to Care (PAC) to enhance life and relationships for all residents
• Attends and remains up to date on all company-provided training
• Attends periodic staff meetings, in-service training, and mandatory meetings as required
• Observes Residents' Rights, as posted within the facility, to include any updates thereto
• Mandated reporting - if you suspect any verbal, physical, emotional, financial, or neglectfultreatment toward a resident or staff member, report it to your supervisorimmediately
• In Emergencies, assist residents according to the Emergency Plan of the facility

NONESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. These duties may beperformed on an as-needed basis and are not expected to occur daily.

• You may be required to facilitate an activity under the direction of the Activities Manager

QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions of the position.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Employee must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and has maintained a California Driver's License for a minimum of five (5)years
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent experience
• One to three months of related experience and/or training

COMMUNICATIONSKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English, so as not to jeopardize thesafety and well-being of the residents
• Ability to communicate with residents, and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and otheremployees of the organization
• Remain professional and respectful, and interact with our customers - including residents, family members, and all staff members - according to theconcepts identified by the Carlton Way
• Must be able to use technology, such as company-provided phones and tablets, to communicate among staff onresident needs
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenanceinstructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must have obtained a CA Driver's License and have less than three (3) moving violations or less than two (2) accidents within thepast 5 years
• Must provide and maintain a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate, if driving a Class A or B vehicle
• Must obtain and provide a DMV driving record prior to employment
• Per the Department of Transportation, a negativeDrug Test must be obtained prior to employment, and employee is subject to random quarterly drug tests thereafter. (obtained through community)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America and provide sufficient work authorization documentation(s)
• Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance must be completed prior to working in the community (obtainedthrough the community)
• Health screening/Physical and negative tuberculosis test must be less than six (6) months old (obtained through the community)
• First Aid/CPR Certification (obtained through the community)

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that mustbe met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of theposition.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to thirty-five (35)pounds
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit, stand, walk, usehands to handle or feel; and talk or hear
• The employee is occasionally required to, stoop, kneel, bend over, reach overhead, push, and pull
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the abilityto adjust focus
• The employee is required to have visual and hearing acuity sufficient to assess employee and resident safety and the ability may be required to assist in theevacuation of residents during emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essentialfunctions of this job.

• The duties require the occupant of this position to drive several miles, often in heavy commuter traffic
• Requires patience in working with Senior Residents in the range of 60-100 plus years of age
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• May be required to work outdoors
• May include exposure to dogs, cats, or other pets

SAFE WORKING PROGRAMTo operate all facilities safely, part of each Employee's job is to do their job in the safest possible manner.

• Employees must follow all OSHA/Cal-OSHA/safety guidelines as trained
• Employees must meet all training requirements within the first 30 days of employment
• Reports all accidents, injuries, or violations of Company safety rules to your manager or supervisor when they occur, regardlessof the severity of the situation
• Understands that the workplace is neither a place for horseplay nor practical jokes
• Understands all emergency protocols and responds to emergencies per Company training standards
• Understands, follows, and enforces all universal resident care, safety precautions, and infection controlpractices

Carlton Senior Living's Commitment to Pay TransparencyCompensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives.Carlton Senior Living benefits are designed to convey Carlton Senior Living's culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Premium coverage for employee medical insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental, Vision, Short/Long-term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans;
• Generous vacation time and leave plans, as well as paid sick days and parental leave;
• Generous benefits like mental and emotional health support through our Employee Assistance Program, a 401K company match, gym and tuition reimbursements

Carlton Senior Living reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.Carlton Senior Living's Commitment to Equal Employment OpportunitiesCarlton Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Per Department of Social Services regulations, all applications must undergo an extensive background check, and certain misdemeanor convictions will require an exemption.Carlton Senior Living is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at ...@carltonseniorliving.com .