Panorama looking for Bus Driver at Lacey, WA  Full Time

This position is responsible for transporting Panorama residents upon request in a safe and professional manner. This part-time position requires scheduling flexibility as shifts include daytime hours (ranging between 8:30am-5:30pm) and weekends, approximately 15 hours per week (opportunity for more hours to become available as our operations/activities resume post COVID).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide outstanding professional transportation services to Panorama residents, with strict adherence to traffic laws, safety requirements, and the proper use and care of all equipment.
• Provide accurate information and courteous service to residents, families, staff, and community providers regarding transportation services at Panorama and through community resources.
• Maintain excellent communication with residents, families, staff, and community providers, including the prompt return of phone calls, verification of schedules, the sharing of Transportation contact information, and all other details needed to provide excellent service.
• Maintain Transportation vehicles in a clean, uncluttered condition and follow precisely all vehicle maintenance protocols.
• Demonstrate good map-reading and locational/directional skills.
• Immediately communicate with supervisor when there are any issues with vehicles, residents, families, community providers, staff, or law enforcement.
• Maintain knowledge of vehicle use and laws, safety and healthcare accessories, safe driving/parking techniques, customer service standards, emergency response protocols, and first aid/CPR.

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: Experience working with the geriatric population, care-giving experience, experience and confidence driving/parking, experience with accessibility/mobility devices and features, experience with vehicle performance/maintenance issues.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Washington State Driver’s License with excellent driving record
• Washington State Commercial Driver’s License preferred
• Excellent driving record and valid car insurance
• Ability to clearly read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances/schedule and react appropriately
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills