Transportation Scheduler

Community LIFE; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

4 weeks Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

and more!

Job summary

Community LIFE is seeking a Transportation Scheduler to coordinate van transportation for frail, older adults. Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, you will schedule services requested by the Interdisciplinary Team and ensure adherence to Community LIFE standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma, PA driver's license, and basic Excel skills, with preferred experience in geriatric care and transportation logistics. Bedford/Somerset, PA work sites rotate. Benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in transportation scheduling and/or logistics, and basic level in Excel.
• Prior experience in the geriatric field is helpful.
• Valid PA Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule passenger van transportation services as requested by the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Assess and plan transportation scheduling services for frail, older adults according to Community LIFE standards.
• Work under the direction and supervision of the Transportation Supervisor.

Skills

Area roads knowledge

Excel basics

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

iPhone usage

Confidential information handling

Professional & diplomatic interaction

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organization

Flexibility & stress management

Following oral & written directions

Supervision acceptance

Giving direction

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

iPhone usage

Job description

Location

Bedford and Somerset, PA (work days rotate between these job sites)

Summary of Job Duties

Under the direction and supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, the Transportation Scheduler is responsible for the coordination and scheduling of passenger van transportation services as requested by the Interdisciplinary Team. The Scheduler must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, and plan transportation scheduling services for frail, older adults according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards.

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

Experiencein transportation scheduling and/or logistics, and basic level in Excel. Prior experience in the geriatric field is helpful.

Required Certifications/Licensure

Valid PA Driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the area roads in the program’s service area.
• Basic skill levels in Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and iPhone usage.
• Ability to handle information confidentially.
• Ability to deal professionally and diplomatically with participants and other staff.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively plan and organize assignments efficiently.
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to function in stressful situations.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to accept and utilize supervision to maintain high standards of quality.
• Ability to give direction as necessary.
• Ability to work as a team member.

About us

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.

Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package, including

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 4 weeks Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement
• and more!