Transportation Coordinator; 1181-205-A

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transportation Coordinator to oversee transportation services for seniors. This role involves supervising drivers, ensuring compliance with documentation requirements, and scheduling medical transportation. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license and have a strong knowledge of the local geographical areas. Join a team committed to enhancing the lives of older adults through reliable and safe transportation services, while enjoying competitive salaries and generous benefits including paid time off and medical coverage.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Medical and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings with Agency Match

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer

Training series and additional voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Knowledge of geographical areas served by the community.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drivers and maintain transportation documentation.
• Schedule medical transportation and coordinate community excursions.
• Maintain vehicles in safe condition, including servicing and insurance.

Skills

Client Intake

Record Keeping

Geographical Knowledge

Vehicle Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens. Currently, it offers 160+ programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.

Older Adult Centers promote an active life for seniors. The centers aim to assist them in preserving their independence and health by offering a wide range of activities and services, such as breakfast, lunch, health screenings, social services, educational workshops, classes, discussion groups, games, art classes, lectures, workshops, organized outings, and special events.

Statement of the Job

The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for supervising drivers, ensuring transportation documentation complies with funding source requirements, completing transportation intakes, scheduling medical transportation, coordinating community excursions, and maintaining vehicles in a safe manner, including servicing, insurance, and maintenance.

1. Maintain daily routes, records, and reports for taxi and/or van service according to DFTA requirements.
2. Conduct client intakes.
3. Collect and record contributions and deposit when assigned.
4. Submit monthly statistical reports in a timely manner.
5. Ensure drivers maintain vehicles according to funding source and agency requirements.
6. Maintain daily contact with drivers regarding route changes, client cancellations, or additions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license, proof of DMV driving history, with at least 3 years of current driving experience, and no more than one moving violation in the past 24 months. No DWI convictions required.
• Knowledge of geographical areas served by the community.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
• Generous paid time off (Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Days, Holidays).
• Medical, Vision, Retirement Savings with Agency Match, Transit, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance.
• Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer.
• Training series and additional voluntary benefits.

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