Transportation Specialist-Driver

Burcham Hills Foundation; East Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior advocacy

Hospitality driven environment

Growth opportunities

Diverse culture

Open door atmosphere

Daily pay option

Discounted employee meals

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee recognition programs

Beautiful campus

Job summary

Burcham Hills Foundation in East Lansing, MI is seeking a Transportation Specialist-Driver for a part-time schedule (approximately 20 hours per week) with weekend availability. The role focuses on safe, courteous transportation for residents to appointments and daily activity trips.

You will maintain vehicles, coordinate with the team, and document transportation activity according to community policies. CNA certification is preferred; a valid chauffeur's license is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record; Chauffeur’s license required.
• CNA certification and experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate with residents, families, staff, and the public.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts with extended or flexible hours.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation to residents for approved appointments.
• Maintain and clean the assigned vehicle, including oil changes when needed.
• Organize and manage the daily transportation schedule and adjust as needed.
• Communicate with teams regarding transport and scheduling of appointments.
• Maintain records of contacts and vehicle use per community policies.
• Ensure safe and efficient transportation to and from appointments for residents.

Skills

Excellent communication

Valid driver’s license

Independent worker

Education

CNA certification (preferred)

Job description

Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. We currently have a vacancy for Transportation Specialist-Driver to work a Part‑Time schedule with weekend availability. In this position a Transportation Specialist-Driver will be scheduled to work around 20 hours per week, Monday‑Friday with afternoon availability.

Duties

• Provide transportation to residents for approved appointments.
• Provide regular maintenance of assigned vehicle (including cleaning and oil changes).
• Organize and manage the daily transportation schedule and in addition to but not limited to the following duties:
• Communicate daily with team regarding who is being transported to and from appointments and propose schedule adjustments.
• Communicate with the assisted living, wellness, nurse, and Center for Health Rehab teams on scheduling appointments.
• Provide safe and efficient transportation to and from appointments for residents.
• Monitor resident transportation assistance needs and modify vehicle used or assistance provided; provide/recommend adaptive devices for transport.
• Maintain regular, ongoing and timely records of contacts with residents and vehicle use. Documentation is expected per occurrence and must adhere to Burcham Hills Retirement Community policies and procedures regarding documentation of recreation services and vehicle use.
• Perform general cleaning and maintenance functions, including car washes, internal cleaning and timely oil changes; communicate any other maintenance that is needed and inspect vehicles at the onset of each shift for cleanliness and safety.

If you like to smile, enjoy providing exceptional hospitality, and want to work in a fun and rewarding environment where you are positively affecting the lives of seniors, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Possesses a current and valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record. Chauffeur’s license required.
• Prefer CNA certification and experience in an acute care, long‑term care, assisted living community or other related health care setting.
• Ability to deal tactfully and communicate with team members, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to work in a multi‑faceted role and independently ensure maintenance repairs and issues are resolved appropriately and safely.
• Ability to work 8‑hour shifts and extended or flexible hours, as necessary.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend written and oral instructions in English effectively.

Perks Outside Of The Paycheck

• Senior advocacy
• Rewarding hospitality driven environment
• Growth opportunities
• Diverse culture
• Open door atmosphere
• Option to be paid daily
• Discounted employee meals
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Program to all employees
• Eligible for benefits as of the 31st day of employment if Full Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Beautiful, resort‑like campus on 38 acres
• Join an exceptional team!

Drug‑free workplace.

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