What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator/Chauffer Full Time position at Maplewood at Strawberry Hill LLC?
Job Title: Transportation Coordinator
Location: Norwalk, CT
Employment Type: Full Time 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Salary Range: Competitive
Department: Activities
About Us:
Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.
Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day.
Position Summary: The Transportation Coordinator and supports the Lifestyle Director with the overall implementation, delivery, and coordination of transportation services in the community.
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
Job Responsibilities:
- Transports Community residents to and from medical appointments, activities, and shopping errands using the community owned vehicle.
- Reads the transportation schedule daily and assures all scheduled appointments can be met.
- Is flexible for unscheduled transportation needs in an emergency.
- Monitors resident activity and alerts staff when assistance is necessary to assure resident safety.
- Completes routine periodic vehicle inspection checks and informs Executive Director of any maintenance problems or safety issues that need to be addressed.
- Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures; follows community policy and procedures detailed in fire and disaster plans.
- Requires minimal supervision; is a self-starter.
- All other duties that are assigned by any member of management.
Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:
- Must have current Class F or CDL state driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Experience in a driving position preferred.
- A passion for working with seniors a plus.
- Must have ability to operate van lift.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to work comfortably with residents with dementia
Experience
Required- Communication • Displays mature behavior and attitude in speech and action; demonstrates consistently pleasant demeanor, tone of voice, supports the philosophy and approach to resident care and passenger safety used by the community • Communicates effectively with supervisor and other staff • Advises supervisor and appropriate manager in any changes in physical and mental health of resident immediately.
- Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification • Must have a current state CDL • Must have a clean driving record • Experience in a driving position preferred • Must have ability to operate van lift • Ability to read, write, and speak English Physical Requirements • Able to do occasional heavy lifting (up to 80 lbs) • Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, moving of equipment, bending, and stooping • Able to spend long periods of time on feet or driving and can react quickly in any situation
Education
Required- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Driver's License
Motivations
Required- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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