Activities and Transportation Assistant

Mission Health: The Residence at North Ridge; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

CEU reimbursement

On-site day care (discounted for full‑

time)

Job summary

The Resident of North Ridge in New Hope, MN is seeking an Activities/Transportation Assistant to join our care team. This role supports TR program planning to meet residents’ physical, mental, psycho-social, and spiritual needs, and involves transporting residents to activities.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about geriatric care and team collaboration. The successful candidate will assist with planning and conducting activity programs, coordinate outings, and provide one-to-one

Qualifications

• Must be 24+ years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no revocations, suspensions, or cancellations in the last 5 years).
• Ability to pass an MN DOT physical.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct activity programs under direct supervision.
• Assist with outings and transport residents to and from programs.
• Conduct one-to-one therapeutic visits with residents.
• Assist in planning special events; manage a caseload and daily attendance records.
• Follow schedules, transport groups as assigned, and ensure safety of residents.

Skills

Driving

English literacy

Elderly care experience

Communication

Job description

The Resident of North Ridge in New Hope, MN is looking to hire an Activities and Transportation Assistant to join our team. Are you looking for a career with a health care company that will value you? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and caring clinical team? If so, please read on!

This Activities/Transportation Assistant position earns a competitive salary, we also provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a flexible spending account (FSA), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), life insurance, continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement, on-site day care at a 50% discounted rate for full time and discounted for Part-time and daily pay options.

Description:

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of our TR program which meets the physical, mental, psycho-social and spiritual needs of our residents.

Duties:

Major job functions of the Recreation Specialist includes; Planning and conducting activity programs under direct supervision; assisting with outings; recruiting and transporting residents to and from programs; conducting one to one therapeutic visits with residents; assisting in planning special events; responsible for a caseload of residents and records daily attendance; gives input for care/family conferences; assisting with decorations and publicity of therapeutic programs.

Second main focus of this position, you'll do pre-trip safety checks, take pride in keeping your vehicle in top shape, and report any maintenance needs. If you have experience in transportation and a passion for helping seniors, we’d love to hear from you!

The successful candidate must have a special interest in working with geriatric residents. In addition, the individual must assume responsibility for learning and following therapeutic recreational techniques and documentation procedures. Position requires the ability to generate enthusiasm during programs and be willing to participate in special events. Excellent communication skills are needed. The ability to follow oral and written directions is needed as well.

Qualifications

• Must be 24+ years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no revocations, suspensions, or cancellations in the last 5 years).
• Ability to pass an MN DOT physical.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals preferred.

Job Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Safely transport vulnerable adults and seniors, adhering to MN Department of Transportation and STS regulations.
• Assist clients to and from the vehicle as needed.
• Understand and follow schedules, special trip requests, and transport groups as assigned.
• Adhere to all laws, company procedures, and safety precautions, including weather and road conditions.
• Ensure proper restraint of wheelchair passengers and perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Building meaningful relationships with the community, assisting where needed.

WORK SCHEDULE

This Full-time position is mid-day hours 9am-5:30pm