On Call Bus Driver

Why join Givens? Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults.  We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach.  Givens Communities promotes Inclusion and Belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect.  We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources.  Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

 Join our team and benefit from:

• Referral bonus program
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Plus so much more!

Givens Estates is looking for a On-Call (PRN) Bus Driver to support our Life Enrichment Team. The primary purpose of this position is to provide transportation services for our residents at all levels of care. This job is scheduled on an as-needed basis to fill in for Life Enrichment staff who are out sick, on vacation etc.

What you'll do:

• Safely transport residents to and from on-campus and off-campus destinations in compliance with all applicable laws and Givens Estates policies
• Safely operate wheelchair lifts and properly secure mobility devices using approved tie-down systems
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report safety or maintenance concerns
• Maintain cleanliness and general condition of assigned vehicles
• Assist residents with boarding, exiting, seating, and mobility needs as appropriate while maintaining dignity and comfort
• Assist with life enrichment events on an as-needed basis 
• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor

What you'll need:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger (P) endorsement
• Must meet and maintain all medical, safety, and regulatory requirements associated with operating commercial passenger vehicles
• Comfortable working closely with older adults on a broad spectrum of abilities

Compensation for this role is $19.00-$21.00 based on background and experience. 

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC for more than 40 years. We already have  five communities  (three life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.