Transportation Associate - PT

Ciel Senior Living; New Jersey; On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

CILE Senior Living in New Jersey is seeking a Transportation Associate to provide safe, reliable transportation for residents, including assistance with mobility, doors, and entry/exit from vehicles. The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and compassionate service.

Qualifications include driving a bus with a wheelchair lift, experience with seniors, and a valid license with a clean record. Must read and write in English; CPR/First Aid may be required. Training and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have bus driving experience with wheelchair lift.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record for 3 years; first aid/ CPR may be required.
• English reading and writing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission and promotes company culture.
• Assists residents during transportation (carrying packages, opening doors, helping in/out of vehicle).
• Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
• Maintains designated vehicles' appearance and performs routine preventive maintenance.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains resident confidentiality.
• Communicates changes in resident condition to a supervisor.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment per safety standards.
• Encourages teamwork and presents a professional image.
• Attends required trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

Bus with wheelchair lift

Experience with seniors

Driver's license

First aid CPR

English reading/writing

Good vision

Hearing ability

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.