Compassionate Community Transport Specialist

Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc.; Hodgenville (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc. seeks a Transportation Specialist to provide safe transport for clients, maintain van logs, and ensure proper handling of riders and schedules. You will assist clients from home to the vehicle, uphold safety protocols, and help with vehicle maintenance.

The role requires attention to safety, accurate record-keeping, and courteous client service. You will participate in safety training and coordinate with the Lead Driver and staff to ensure smooth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• DOT physical/drug screen required.
• Must be able to lift groceries (10–15 lbs).
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings.
• Must be able to drive with both hands on the steering wheel.
• Must be able to sit for up to 2 hours.
• Ability to operate lifts with wheelchair access up to 800 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation service to enrolled participants and assists to and from the door of their residence to the vehicle or service destination.
• Maintains accurate van reports.
• Ensures riders are accounted for and that some individual/program pays for transportation services.
• Provides safe assistance to each passenger boarding the vehicle.
• Opens and closes all vehicle doors; doors are locked when leaving.
• Must wear seat belt and follow safety rules and procedures.
• Performs daily vehicle checks and maintenance; reports injuries as needed.
• Attends staff meetings and training sessions; maintains good working relationships within the agency.
• Prepares and submits timesheets; maintains records.
• Participates in quarterly safety meetings and follows safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

Client assistance

Vehicle inspection

Communication

Pre-employment screenings

Sitting tolerance

Wheelchair handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc. seeks a Transportation Specialist to provide safe transport for clients, maintain van logs, and ensure proper handling of riders and schedules. You will assist clients from home to the vehicle, uphold safety protocols, and help with vehicle maintenance.

The role requires attention to safety, accurate record-keeping, and courteous client service. You will participate in safety training and coordinate with the Lead Driver and staff to ensure smooth