Driver / Activities Assistant

Driver / Activities Assistant - Part Time

At MBK Senior Living, we're committed to putting people first – our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day-to-day. And it's all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to "good, quality work." It's more than a mantra. It's part of our company-wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!

Whether you're looking for a flexible, part-time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you'll find it here at MBK Senior Living–and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you'll enjoy:

-Impacting lives and building lasting relationships

-Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care

-A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your

success

-A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service

-Competitive salaries

-Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive

Director in Training Programs

-Education loan assistance & scholarships

-Financial and legal services

-Team Member discounts

-Health and Wellness resources

Full-time benefits include:

-Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%

-Childcare and eldercare assistance

-Flexible spending accounts

If you're looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals – look no further, apply today!

Job Description

Open availability, including weekends and holidays.
Class C drivers license
$19.75 - $20.50

Job Summary:

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, timely, and courteous transportation for residents while providing quality service. This role ensures residents have reliable access to medical appointments, community excursions, and planned programs. The Driver maintains the operational readiness of the community vehicle, including inspection and operation, strictly adhering to all traffic laws, current federal, state, and local safety regulations, and established MBK policies and procedures. The Driver also serves as an integral member of the Wellness Programming team, providing programming support.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safe Resident Transportation
  • Safely transport residents and guests in community vehicle(s) to scheduled medical appointments, local excursions, and other planned community programs, strictly obeying all traffic laws.
  • Ensure the safe loading and unloading of residents, including proper operation of the wheelchair lift and securing wheelchairs and residents before driving.
  • Maintain open communication with the community property, through provided cell phone or other means, to report resident location and status, as necessary.
• Vehicle Maintenance and Safety
  • Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections and safety checks on the community vehicle(s) to ensure proper operational order, identify potential mechanical issues, and ensure the necessary safety equipment is readily available.
  • Promptly report any safety, mechanical, maintenance issues, or damage to the Supervisor.
  • Monitor vehicle and resident documentation, ensuring current registration and insurance information and emergency contact information is always present in the vehicle.
  • Coordinate and schedule regular vehicle maintenance and preventative repairs as needed, and be prepared to handle minor on-road maintenance (e.g., tire changing).
  • Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures, including securing required driver/vehicle credentials/licensing and maintaining safe vehicles.
• Administrative and Community Support
  • Perform wellness programming duties as directed by management.
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Promote a spirit of teamwork and open communication in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Executive Director, or designee.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Experience Requirements (in years):

• 1+ years of related experience driving, preferably in a service, transportation, or related field.
• 2+ years of driving experience with knowledge of vehicle preventive maintenance programs and basic emergency repairs, preferred.

Required Competencies/Licenses/Certifications:  

• Must be at least 18 years of age or possess a proper work permit and authorization.
• Valid state issued driver’s license with required class for company vehicles, valid insurance, and ability to maintain a safe driving record that meets company motor vehicle record policy standards.
• Must complete required Background clearances, health screening and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment (must be within the last 6 months).
• Must meet and sustain company Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.
• Ability to safely operate a passenger van, wheelchair lift, and basic tools (i.e., tire changing equipment, First Aid Kit, dollies/hand trucks), with or without accommodation.
• Possess competent knowledge of the local area, including traffic patterns, to closely estimate travel times and plan appropriate routes from the community to the destination.
• Must display genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people.
• Must possess the ability to always deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, guests, and the general public.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak, write and read English.
• Must possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions when circumstances warrant, remain calm and effectively manage conflicts, stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability and willingness to work independently without direct oversight.
• Must present a positive and professional image.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), and standard office equipment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Must be mobile and able to perform physical requirements of the job, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, reaching overhead, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday, in the community and between neighborhoods to assist in loading and unloading residents into community vehicles.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds, as necessary.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and transport passengers safely.
• Ability to assist in the physical movement of residents during routine transfers and in emergency situations.
• Must be able and willing to drive the community vehicle, and support a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, when business needs dictate. 
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Inspiring people, creating experiences, and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment. It's how we support our team members, serve our residents, and achieve our pursuit – to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.

MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently, the company owns and operates 35 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States. We’re proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 "Best Workplaces in Aging Services" by Fortune magazine and certified as a “Great Place to Work” by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017. 

MBK is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason.  Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]. 

Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents:   An “Excluded Party” is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding.  If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs.  If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.  

Other Regulatory Requirements:  If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members’ professional licenses.

HIPAA Disclosure:

All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates’ professional license.