Company

Phoenix Senior LivingSee more

addressAddressMyrtle Beach, SC
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryEducation/Training

Job description

Job Description

Description:

Myrtle Beach Manor is seeking a Bus Driver/Activities Assistant to join their team!

The Driver reports directly to Activities and Program Director.


Shift Details

Full Time Mon-Friday; every other weekend required.


PURPOSE

The Driver/Activities Aide is responsible for safely transporting residents to their activities and appointments. In addition, assisting with resident activities.


PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Resident Care

  • Daily safety checks of the vehicle.
  • Reporting immediately to the Executive Director any problems related to the vehicle, routing or scheduling.
  • Reporting immediately to the Program and Outreach Director any problems observed or encountered while transporting participants.
  • Safe assistance and transportation of participants.
  • Responsible handling of participant’s personal belongings and family communications which must be conveyed from the participant’s residence to the Center.
  • Maintaining good rapport with family caregivers and participants.
  • Daily cleaning of the interior of the vehicle.
  • Daily “gas-up” and weekly fluid check of the vehicle.
  • Assist with emergency evacuation of participants if inclement weather (e.g. a hurricane) is threatened or if there is a power failure or other reason that the Center must close during program hours.
  • Coordinate driver emergencies in route with emergency assistance.
  • Patience and tact necessary for contact with residents.
  • Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency.


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior experience in transportation of the elderly and or physically/mentally challenged persons preferred.
  • Must hold a currently valid driver's license as required by the State and a “no point” driving record verified by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Fluency in English is required. Depending on assigned area, knowledge of Spanish may be helpful.
  • Pre-employment health evaluation by a licensed physician certifying good health and absence of infectious disease and freedom from communicable disease, including tuberculosis in the communicable form, according to acceptable screening methods of the Department of Health.
  • Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care preferred


SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrate the ability to Plan and Organize
  • Demonstrate the ability to Multi task and Manage Stress
  • Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy
  • Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools
  • Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available for our customers at peak service delivery days and times
  • Maintain appropriate driver’s license such as CDL (commercial driver’s license), Chauffer license with acceptable driving record in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation
  • Has proficient grammar and documentation skills
  • Understands basic concepts of risk management


Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8 hour workday, associate may stand / walk:

Hours at one time: 2 - 4

Total hours/ day: 4 – 6

In an 8 hour workday, associate may sit:

Hours at one time: 0 - 2

Total hours/ day: 2 – 4

In an 8 hour workday, associate may drive:

1 - 3 hours, 1 - 2 times a week

Associate will support / assist: (Maximum lbs)

Frequency: 50 lbs

Occasionally: 150 lbs

Associate will lift / carry (Maximum lbs)

Frequency: 40 lbs

Occasionally: 70 lbs

Height of lift: 3 – 4 feet

Distance of carry: 30 yards

Associate will use hands for repetitive:

Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulation

Associate should be able to:

Bend: Frequently

Squat: Frequently

Kneel: Frequently

Climb:Frequently

Reach:Occasionally, 3 feet

Refer code: 7274124. Phoenix Senior Living - The previous day - 2023-12-19 21:57

Phoenix Senior Living

Myrtle Beach, SC
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