Transportation Coordinator - Full Time

Transportation Coordinator

Maplewood at Orange, 245 Indian River Road, Orange, CT

Schedule Available : Full Time

Open interviews are held on Wednesdays from 10AM-4PM, no appointment needed!

What we offer :

• Competitive wages
• Flexible shifts
• Paid training & uniforms
• Growth opportunities
• Bonus & incentive programs
• Competitive Benefits Package : including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees

Primary Responsibilities

Essential Functions :

• Transports residents to and from medical appointments, activities, and shopping errands using the community owned vehicle.
• Reads the transportation schedule daily and assures scheduled appointments can be met
• Partners with Program Director and other managers to schedule appointments for residents as needed
• Communicates effectively and timely if unable to make scheduled resident appointments
• Available for unscheduled transportation needs in an emergency
• Monitors resident activity and alerts staff when assistance is necessary to ensure resident safety
• Completes routine vehicle inspection checks and informs Program Director and / or Executive Director of any maintenance problems or safety issues that need to be addressed
• Ensures community vehicles are clean and tidy
• Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures
• Follows community policy and procedures detailed in fire and disaster plans
• Participates in department meetings as scheduled
• Completes required monthly in-services
• Completes other duties that are assigned by management team

Compliance & Safety :

• Follows emergency procedures as trained and instructed
• Understands safety practices and procedures including the safe operations of wheelchairs, lifts, and other assistive devices
• Refrains from using cellular phones while transporting residents except during emergency situations. Understands that texting is strictly prohibited while operating a community vehicle.
• Ensures residents are safely secured in community vehicles before operating the vehicle

Communication :

• Displays a professional and pleasant demeanor with residents, associates, families and the greater community
• Represents the community and company favorably in all interactions
• Communicates respectfully and effectively with supervisor and other associates
• Advises supervisor and appropriate manager in any changes in physical and mental health of resident immediately

Education / Experience / Licensure / Certification :

• CDL Class A or a Class B or D with a (F, V or S Endorsement)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Maintains clean driving record
• Demonstrates experience in a driving position
• Able to operate van lift and to follow instructions
• Able to read, write, and speak English
13 days ago