Job Description

The Activities Assistant/ Van driver performs work in the operation of a vehicle to assure safe transportation to and from various destinations. An employee in this class drives a van or bus over a scheduled route.

Responsibilities

• Must have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.

• Must have knowledge of basic automotive maintenance procedures.

• Operate and maintain transportation vehicles with a focus on safety.

• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

• Perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary.

• Fuel the vehicles when needed.

• Make sure periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported.

• Document vehicle usage and mileage.

• Prepare trip, accidents, and incident reports as necessary.

• Assist residents and passengers in and out of the vehicle.

• Provide safety briefing to residents and passengers.

• Provide other services as requested by management.

• Receive direction and route assignments from the dispatcher or Supervisor.

• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations if necessary.

• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Administrator in accordance with the qualifications and training.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

• Must be 25 years of age or older and pass a motor vehicle screen.

• Preferred to be a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).

• Should have the ability to deal effectively and patiently with others.

• Should have the ability to operate a van or small bus.

• Should have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Should have the ability to operate lift equipment

• Should have the ability to lift weights of 40-60 lbs.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check and meet other hiring requirements

•  Must pass the OMV background check

• Assist with activities and taking residents to activities away from the facility.

• Some weekends will be required.