Resident Transportation & Activities Coordinator

Spectrum Retirement; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Perk Spot discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities is hiring a Transportation Coordinator (Driver) to deliver a resident-focused transportation program in our community. This full-time role includes scheduling, resident communication, and operational support beyond driving.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:30pm. You will safely operate community vehicles, manage transport requests, and assist with entertainment outings while maintaining vehicle readiness and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 21 years of age with a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving experience.
• Must have a valid state Driver’s License (Class E in Missouri) and Clean MVR.
• Ability to safely operate passenger vehicles, buses, and mobility lift systems.
• Previous experience with older adults, transportation, or coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation services during scheduled work hours, including coverage of designated medical transportation days (Tuesday and Thursday).
• Safely operate community vehicles to provide medical, recreational, and personal transportation to residents.
• Enter and manage transportation requests in our digital transportation management system, ensuring schedules are accurate and aligned with community transportation guidelines and availability.
• Maintain vehicle readiness by completing routine inspections and ensuring vehicles are clean, fueled, and in good working condition.
• Support the Entertainment & Programming team with scheduled outings and events, including planning, logistics, resident participation, and adherence to safety protocols and return schedules.
• During non-driving hours, provide community support as needed, including programming, interdepartmental support, and other operational tasks, maintaining consistent productivity throughout scheduled work hours.

Skills

Safe vehicle operation

Mobility assistance

Scheduling coordination

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spectrum Retirement Communities is hiring a Transportation Coordinator (Driver) to deliver a resident-focused transportation program in our community. This full-time role includes scheduling, resident communication, and operational support beyond driving.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:30pm. You will safely operate community vehicles, manage transport requests, and assist with entertainment outings while maintaining vehicle readiness and safety protocols.