Compassionate Senior Transportation Driver

Brookdale; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookdale in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Transportation Aide to provide safe, reliable mobility for residents to medical appointments, banking, shopping and church services, and other activities.

You will transport residents in the community vehicle, assist them in and out of the vehicle, secure seat belts, help with wheelchairs or walkers, and ensure the vehicle is clean and maintained. You will coordinate with staff to follow activity schedules and communicate health concerns as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; prior experience with seniors preferred.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license with a good driving record; CPR training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Transports residents to appointments, errands, and activities using the company vehicle.
• Drives residents to events and community programs per activity schedule.
• Assists residents in and out of the vehicle, loads/unloads walkers and wheelchairs as needed.
• Ensures residents are safely seated with seat belts secured.
• Keeps the vehicle clean and reports maintenance issues.
• Responds appropriately to accidents or emergencies following protocol.

Skills

Driving

Passenger safety

Customer service

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid state driver’s license

CPR certification may be required

Job description

Brookdale in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Transportation Aide to provide safe, reliable mobility for residents to medical appointments, banking, shopping and church services, and other activities.

You will transport residents in the community vehicle, assist them in and out of the vehicle, secure seat belts, help with wheelchairs or walkers, and ensure the vehicle is clean and maintained. You will coordinate with staff to follow activity schedules and communicate health concerns as appropriate.