Full-Time Bus Driver and Activity Assistant

Find a workplace where you are deeply appreciated, not only for the skills you offer, but for the individual you are. At Milestone, you’ll enter into a rewarding career where you’ll work with highly skilled professionals and do meaningful work in the lives of our senior residents. Join a welcoming environment that fosters strong relationships with the residents, their families, and your coworkers. We hope you’ll consider serving alongside us.

Elk Grove, CA

The Meadows

<strong>Come home to The Meadows - Assisted Living and love every moment. Ideally located in Elk Grove, California, The Meadows - Assisted Living is a warm, welcoming senior living community, with a caring staff who treats every resident like family. Here, you or your loved one will experience exceptional service and find almost instant camaraderie with other residents. Whether your goal is to downsize and enjoy a simpler, maintenance-free and supportive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/ca/elk-grove/the-meadows-assisted-living/assisted-living">Assisted Living</a>&nbsp;lifestyle, to experience the short-term support of Respite Care, or your loved one is in need of a comprehensive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/ca/elk-grove/the-meadows-assisted-living/memory-care">Memory Care</a>&nbsp;program, our remarkable community offers the essence of home in a future-forward, well-rounded setting.</strong> https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/ca/elk-grove/the-meadows-assisted-living/

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Full Time

21-24 per hour

Overview: This position provides transportation to the residents for appointments and errands, such as medical appointments, banking, shopping, worship services, entertainment, and other miscellaneous activities. Ensures the safety of all passengers. Runs event and community errands as needed.<br /><br />*Passenger Endorsement and Class B required for this role*<br />
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Under the direction of the Director of Lifestyle and Leisure, transport residents in a safe manner while observing all safe driving standards.</li> <li>Use appropriate procedures to assist residents to minimize the risk of injury or accident.</li> <li>Interact with residents in a friendly manner, providing meaningful attention and communicating concerns of resident's health to management as appropriate.</li> <li>Ensure all vehicle license plates, inspection tags, and insurance cards are current and displayed properly.</li> <li>Maintain the cleanliness and maintenance of all vehicles.</li> <li>Work in a safe manner and ensures that unsafe actions are brought to the attention of the Executive Director.</li> <li>Foster teamwork with co-workers, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, take actions that assist others beyond job responsibilities, and have a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.</li> <li>Seek out and perform other duties as assigned or needed.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <br /> <ul> <li>Candidates are required to be Fully Covid 19 vaccinated prior to being hired.</li> <li>Must have compassion for and desire to work with seniors!</li> <li>High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).</li> <li>Prior experience working with seniors preferred. Safe driving record as approved by Milestone using the criteria set out by the company to ensure safe driving practices.</li> <li>Must have a valid state driver's license with a good driving record.</li> <li>CPR/First Aid training and certification may be required</li> <li>Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.</li> </ul>