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Job Title: Transportation Coordinator Location: Darien, CT Employment Type: Part-time (Weekends) Salary Range: Competitive Department: Lifestyle/Activities Summary: The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for transporting residents in community owned vehicles in a safe, secure, and timely manner. She/he provides an outstanding customer experience to residents and families to ensure a high level of satisfaction. Essential Functions: * Transports residents to and from medical appointments, activities, and shopping errands using the community owned vehicle. * Reads the transportation schedule daily and assures scheduled appointments can be met * Partners with Program Director and other managers to schedule appointments for residents as needed * Communicates effectively and timely if unable to make scheduled resident appointments * Available for unscheduled transportation needs in an emergency * Monitors resident activity and alerts staff when assistance is necessary to ensure resident safety * Completes routine vehicle inspection checks and informs Program Director and/or Executive Director of any maintenance problems or safety issues that need to be addressed * Ensures community vehicles are clean and tidy * Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures * Follows community policy and procedures detailed in fire and disaster plans * Participates in department meetings as scheduled * Completes required monthly in-services * Completes other duties that are assigned by management team Compliance & Safety: * Follows emergency procedures as trained and instructed * Understands safety practices and procedures including the safe operations of wheelchairs, lifts, and other assistive devices * Refrains from using cellular phones while transporting residents except during emergency situations. Understands that texting is strictly prohibited while operating a community vehicle. * Ensures residents are safely secured in community vehicles before operating the vehicle Communication: * Displays a professional and pleasant demeanor with residents, associates, families and the greater community * Represents the community and company favorably in all interactions * Communicates respectfully and effectively with supervisor and other associates * Advises supervisor and appropriate manager in any changes in physical and mental health of resident immediately Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification: * High school diploma or equivalent required * Has current Class F state driver's license * Maintains clean driving record * Demonstrates experience in a driving position * Able to operate van lift and to follow instructions * Able to read, write, and speak English