Transportation Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k available

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Fund

Various Shifts

Career Advancement Opportunities

Discounts Programs

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston is seeking a Transportation Assistant to provide essential transportation services and support the Program Director. This role involves planning daily resident activities and ensuring safe transport for various needs, including medical appointments.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in a senior living environment, and a clear driving record. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a senior living environment.
• Must have a clear and insurable driving record.
• Current driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing exercises and events.
• Provide transportation for residents, including medical trips.
• Stay informed about local community services and events.

Skills

Computer skills

General healthcare knowledge

Driving

Education

High school degree

Additional college experience

Job description

Transportation Assistant Overview

The Transportation Assistant is responsible for providing transportation services, offering support to the Program Director when necessary, and executing daily resident activities. The Transportation Assistant performs a specific set of tasks to fulfill the mission of the Resident Program Department.

Qualifications

• High school degree required; additional college experience preferred
• Strongly preferred experience in a senior living environment and in activities (minimum two years)
• Proficient in computer skills and possesses general healthcare knowledge
• Must have a clear and insurable driving record, current driver's license, and willingness to drive a passenger van

Areas of Primary Responsibility

• Assist the Resident Program team in planning, developing, and organizing various exercises, social, recreational, and educational events
• Conduct transportation, including medical transportation, for residents
• Stay informed about communities, services, and events in the area and integrate them into the activity schedule as appropriate

Benefits

• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Health Savings Accounts
• 401k available to all Commonwealth Senior Living associates
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Various Shifts
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Discounts Programs

At Commonwealth Senior Living, we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We strictly prohibit discrimination based on various characteristics and uphold these principles in accordance with the highest standards set by the law to create a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.