Part-Time Transport Specialist for Seniors & Patients

Pender Community Health; Pender (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Pender Community Health is seeking a Transportation Specialist to provide safe, timely transport for outpatient behavioral health participants and assisted living residents to appointments and services. The role includes door-to-door assistance, ensuring safe entry/exit, and following routes with professionalism.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and a current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Experience working with older adults preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Able to pass a driving background check including all driver competencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, timely transportation for outpatient behavioral health program participants and assisted living residents to medical appointments and services.
• Door-to-door or escort assistance when required.
• Assist patients and residents into and out of vehicles safely.
• Follow established routes and schedules; adjust as needed for traffic or patient needs.
• Maintain a calm, professional, and therapeutic demeanor; report notable changes to clinical staff.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver’s License

Current BLS certification

Job description

Pender Community Health is seeking a Transportation Specialist to provide safe, timely transport for outpatient behavioral health participants and assisted living residents to appointments and services. The role includes door-to-door assistance, ensuring safe entry/exit, and following routes with professionalism.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and a current BLS certification.