Compassionate Transportation Aide & Driver

The Resource Center, Inc.; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/CA T: 2

Job summary

The Resource Center is seeking a General Aide and Driver I for Transportation. The role entails assisting with daily transport needs and supporting the driver in loading and unloading passengers. Aide staff ensure safety and maintain required certifications.

Responsibilities include monitoring rider IPOPS, keeping vehicles clean between runs, and performing data entry or rider tracking. A valid driver’s license and AMAP certification are emphasized where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred; valid driver's license preferred.
• AMAP certification required or strongly encouraged for those holding this job title on or before November 6, 2023.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Transport individuals from the van/bus to core areas and/or residence.
• Assist the driver in loading/unloading ambulatory and non-ambulatory passengers.
• Assist in intervention when residents display inappropriate or injurious behavior, using approved methods.
• Attend and maintain required in-service training certifications.
• Maintain a clean environment in van/bus between runs.
• Assist in rider tracking and data entry, manually or in software.
• Read and understand all IPOPS for riders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Loading/unloading assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Rider tracking software

Data entry (manual/software)

Job description

The Resource Center is seeking a General Aide and Driver I for Transportation. The role entails assisting with daily transport needs and supporting the driver in loading and unloading passengers. Aide staff ensure safety and maintain required certifications.

Responsibilities include monitoring rider IPOPS, keeping vehicles clean between runs, and performing data entry or rider tracking. A valid driver’s license and AMAP certification are emphasized where applicable.