Transportation Associate

Ciel Senior Living; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ciel Senior Living in Shorewood, IL, seeks a Transportation Associate to provide dependable transport for residents, including trips to appointments and activities. The Driver ensures safety, assists residents with needs, and maintains vehicle readiness.

The role requires a valid state driver’s license, experience with wheelchair lifts, and a commitment to compassionate elder care. Excellent English, observation of safety, and teamwork are essential; training and meetings are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Prior experience driving a bus with wheelchair lift.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Valid state driver’s license with no major violations in 3 years.
• First aid and CPR certification may be required.
• Strong reading/writing in English.
• Good vision and hearing to ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission and promotes company culture.
• Assists residents during transportation with special needs.
• Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services.
• Maintains and cleans designated vehicles.
• Coordinates routine preventive maintenance as directed.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Protects confidentiality of resident information.
• Communicates changes in resident condition to supervisor.
• Maintains a safe environment following safety standards.
• Encourages teamwork and presents a professional image.
• Attends required trainings and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned to support resident care and happiness.

Skills

Wheelchair lift driving

Senior care experience

Valid driver’s license

First aid/CPR

English proficiency

Good vision and hearing

Job description

Description

POSITION: Transportation Associate

REPORTS TO: Life Enrichment Director

FLSA: Hourly

OUR MISSION: We are united in our mission to offer seniors an elevated way of life, where comfort, connection, and joy thrive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Driver is responsible for providing transportation services to CILE Senior Living residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supports the mission, vision, and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.
• Assists residents with any special needs during transportation, e.g., carrying packages, opening doors, assisting residents in and out of vehicles, etc.
• Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
• Responsible for maintenance and appearance of designated vehicles.
• Coordinates routine preventive maintenance as directed.
• Maintains all tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of resident information.
• Communicates any observed or suspected resident change in condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
• Attends training courses at community and maintains up to date monthly, quarterly, annual training through designated Learning Management System (LMS).
• Attend all required all staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned, and which relate to the success of the community and the care, comfort, and happiness of our residents.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Previous experience driving a bus with wheelchair lift.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Valid and applicable state drivers’ license and no major driving violations for the past three (3) years. First aid and CPR certification may be required.
• Must have strong understanding of the English language sufficient to read and write.
• Must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear with or without hearing aid devices to ensure safety while transporting in a vehicle.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Walk/Stand – must be able to continuously walk and stand.
• Environment Condition – must be able to perform work both inside and outside.
• Sit – sit infrequently.
• Lift - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
• Carry - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
• Push - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
• Climb – must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available.
• Bend – must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips, and spine on a frequent basis; may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Squat – must be able to squat on a frequent basis to reach below the knee, may require lifting of 50 pounds or less.
• Twist or rotate – must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
• Reach– must be able to reach on a frequent basis. May occasionally reach overhead, requiring manipulation of weight of 10 pounds or less, and below waist manipulating weight of 25 pounds or more.