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Activities Assistant and Driver

Activities Assistant and Driver

The LakeshoreSeattle, WA
30+ days ago
Salary
$21.25–$23.00 hourly
Job description

The Lakeshore -

21.25 - $23 per hour | Great Benefits! Free Meals! Free Parking!

Era Living is seeking a full-time Driver to become the newest member of our Life Enrichment team located in our Lakeshore Community, South Seattle / Renton, WA. Shifts are scheduled Tuesday-Saturday, 8 : 00am – 4 : 30pm.

Competitive Compensation / Benefits Package Includes :

  • Medical / vision / prescription drug plan
  • Dental plan
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
  • 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
  • Progressive vacation package starting at 7 days per year
  • 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked
  • 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Longevity bonuses
  • Employee discount programs

Primary Responsibilities :

The Driver provides customer service-focused transportation for community residents to a variety of activities, appointments and outings. Assists in resident group activities as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Provide transportation for residents including : personal / small group shopping trips, to and from appointments, and for small group external recreation events
  • Schedule vehicle trips for residents and / or life enrichment activities / events and place reminder calls of the scheduled events to residents
  • Provide general care and preventative maintenance of community vehicles
  • Assist residents in and out of vehicles; provide additional escort as needed
  • Lead or assist in resident group activities as needed

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Must have and maintain a driving record compliant with Era Living Qualified and Authorized Drivers policy
  • Possess basic computer skills including ability to use Outlook and email
  • Able to communicate, read, and write effectively in English
  • Interpersonal and time management skills
  • Ability to pass DSHS and State background check, required

    • Education and Experience :

  • Valid Washington State Driver License; Must be 25 years’ old.
  • First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
  • Complete Caregiver Dementia and Caregiver Mental Health training within 120 days of hire
  • Must complete 70 hour course to earn a long term care aide certificate within 120 days of hire
  • Not required if worked in boarding home setting in 2011
  • Required  to complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) yearly (completed by birthdate)

    • About Era Living :

    If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!

    Era Living was voted “2024 Winner : Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.