Driver On-Call/ Casual

Wellness/Activities Walnut Creek, CA
Salary: USD 23.62 - 27.75 Hourly


Description

We are hiring a Driver who operates motor vehicles to transport residents and staff according to established schedules. If you are excited about the opportunity to make a difference every day, while earning a living, then this might be for you!  Set schedule of Saturdays & then flexibility for on call/ casual per business needs. 
What You Will Do:
  • Transports residents on various trips, tours, medical visits, and errands according to facility procedures. May work closely with nursing staff as instructed.
  • Assists passengers in entering and leaving the vehicle at all times. Arranges for the safety and comfort of passengers.
  • Delivers packages, and materials and performs a variety of pick-up and delivery tasks and miscellaneous errands.
  • Performs regular minor maintenance and service on facility vehicles such as checking to ensure that vehicles are in working order, and checking and refilling fuel, oil, and water.
  • Reports major maintenance repairs and accidents to the supervisor.
  • Maintains simple records related to vehicle operation and schedules.
  • Maintains vehicle in neat and orderly condition.
  • May assist the Director of Life Enrichment with special projects and tasks.
  • Serves as relief receptionist as needed by handling incoming calls, taking and referring messages; operating paging systems; receiving visitors, determining the nature of the visit, and directing accordingly.
  • Performs related work as required.
Why Work Here:
  • $23.62 - $27.75 per hour (Based on experience)
  • We have medical and dental coverage or pay a cash stipend if you are covered on another plan. Life Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Emergency Relief Fund, Flexible Spending Account, 18 PTO, 8 Holidays, 6 days per year available to provide pay when on an approved Leave of Absence and much more!     
  • Employee Referral Award, Employee Recognition Programs, Sign On Bonus.
  • We offer on the job training and professional development opportunities.  
  • Scholarships too! We offer tuition and/or fee assistance for qualified programs.  
  • Covid protocols in place to keep everyone safe.
  • Competitive wages and growth opportunities.
Who You Are:
  • You enjoy working with people and have interpersonal skills. Basic reading, writing, and numerical ability. Tact and courtesy in dealing with the elderly under sometimes trying conditions. Patience and understanding of the aged, interpersonal skills to deal with residents and staff in a positive manner. Able to handle busy phone lines.
  • Physical skills and ability to perform work that requires continual standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Possession of a CA driver's license and clean driving record. Minimum of one to two years of work experience. Highly reliable driving.
Who We Are: 
Founded in 1958, Sequoia Living is a Bay Area-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing older adults with stimulating, joyful living environments and services that support and enrich their lives. Throughout our six decades as a nonprofit serving Bay Area seniors, we’ve learned the importance of connection and collaboration when it comes to providing resources for healthy aging. From our continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) to safe affordable housing, engaging senior centers, and a purpose-filled volunteer program, we provide friendly environments where people can explore and discover what it means to grow stronger, wiser, and more joyful.
Sequoia Living is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.