Special Needs Transport Specialist

BrightStar Care - Anchorage; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightStar Care - Anchorage is seeking a transportation aide to assist the van driver in safely transporting clients to and from Day Program. The role supports students and/or individuals with behavioral and medical needs during trips.

Responsibilities include redirecting behaviors, loading/unloading passengers, monitoring ride, ensuring seating safety, performing basic first aid, and maintaining simple records.

Qualifications

• Patience and courtesy with others.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Basic first aid knowledge.
• Good communication with passengers, families and staff.
• Ability to monitor passengers during transport.

Responsibilities

• Redirect behaviors and ensure physical safety of individuals during transportation
• Assist in loading and unloading special needs individuals and monitor their ride to and from Day Program
• Assist in seating passengers to ensure safety and security
• Provide basic first aid
• Maintain basic records
• Communicate orally and in writing
• Follow Health and Safety regulations
• Attend safety meetings

Skills

Patience and courtesy

Safety awareness

Basic first aid

Good communication

Passenger monitoring

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

BrightStar Care - Anchorage is seeking a transportation aide to assist the van driver in safely transporting clients to and from Day Program. The role supports students and/or individuals with behavioral and medical needs during trips.

Responsibilities include redirecting behaviors, loading/unloading passengers, monitoring ride, ensuring seating safety, performing basic first aid, and maintaining simple records.