Part Time

About Us

The Palms of Largo is one of the most unique and exceptional senior living, health care, and residential campuses in the nation. Six different innovative communities compose The Palms of Largo, which together serve a wide range of lifestyle preferences, continuing care needs, and age groups. The Palms of Largo provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation and health care as well as luxury apartment living for families and independent seniors. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life and we strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service. We believe there is no other campus in America that offers a diversity of lifestyle and care options equivalent to that of The Palms of Largo.

Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to transport residents to and from appointments and activities in a safe manner to destinations located beyond the premises of the facility.

Essential Job Functions Duties and Responsibilities

Transportation

• Provide safe transportation to and from activities/appointments for residents as scheduled.
• Pickup and deliver items as directed to meet the needs of the community.
• Assist each resident on and off the vehicle to ensure personal safety using proper and specified equipment and procedures.
• Responsible for daily inspection and maintenance of the community vehicle (gas, oil, coolant, air pressure, lights, etc.) and cleanliness of the interior and exterior.
• Identify transportation issues/concerns to the Life Enrichment Director or Executive Director.
• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc. using proper safety measures.
• Assist activities in other departments when not scheduled to drive.
• Attend and participate in service training programs to meet state and federal requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess the ability to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Driving record that meets facility's vehicle use policy.

Licensing/Certifications

• Must possess current CDL license with Class B or C Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain same.