Driver

Presbyterian Homes & Services of Bloomington is seeking a Driver for its team. The Driver position is responsible for operating the campus van to organize and provide a shuttle service on campus for residents to access campus buildings, and for providing periodic support in transporting residents to activities off the campus.

SCHEDULE/HOURS: Monday - Friday, Days, and flexibility if an evening event is planned.

ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY

Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington 
9889 Penn Avenue South 
Bloomington, MN 55431 
 
Readily recognizable by the striking clock tower facing Penn Avenue, the village-like setting of Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington continues to grow better with the years.  
 
As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: 
- Bus route access 
- Free fitness center access 
- Discounted employee meals 
 
This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living with Memory Care, Care Center/Long Term Care, Long Term Care with Memory Care, Transitional Care/Rehab 

Salary:  Wage range is $14.96 - $18.42 per hour depending on work experience.   

• Organize and provide a shuttle service for residents.
• Maintain a daily schedule, plan routes, and schedule riders accordingly.
• Provide a door-to-door service for the residents who have mobility or ambulating impairments.
• Escort them from their home or apartment to the bus and escort them into the building of their destination.
• Organize a schedule in collaboration with designated staff and residents to provide periodic services to support resident attendance at activities away from the campus.

• Sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy.
• Appropriate driver’s license and passenger endorsement as required by site and vehicle driven.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance sufficient to ensure the excellent and safe operation of the vehicle   and to trouble-shoot problems.
• Current and valid medical certificate in compliance with Department of Transportation Requirements as required by site and vehicle driven.
• Excellent driving record.
• Must possess patience, tact, positive attitude, enthusiasm as well as willingness to work as a team player.
• Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work independently and effectively with residents, coworkers, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a non-profit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high quality housing choices, and care and service options for older adults. Over 7,100 employees serve more than 26,000 older adults through 59 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage^® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for over 15,000 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

We believe employees are the most important resource in our ministry and we are committed to an environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a difference. With a strong commitment to grow our employees from within, the development opportunities with us are virtually unlimited. We offer competitive wages, opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, and incredible benefits like education assistance and nursing loan forgiveness.

If you have a desire to honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults, consider answering the call and join our team.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.