Transportation Coordinator (Van Driver) Part Time

Job Title: Transportation Coordinator
Location: Maplewood at Newtown, 166 Mt Pleasant Road, Newtown, CT 06470
Employment Type: Part Time 
Salary Range: Competitive 
Department: Activities

About us:

Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider.  We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment.  As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Driver to become part of our family.  We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Transportation Coordinator is Responsible for assuring that Community-sponsored transportation is implemented appropriately and timely, with resident safety and security the primary priority.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transports community residents to and from medical appointments, activities, and shopping errands using the community owned vehicle.
• Reads the transportation schedule daily and assures all scheduled appointments can be met.
• Is flexible for unscheduled transportation needs in an emergency.
• Monitors resident activity and alerts staff when assistance is necessary to assure resident safety.
• Completes routine periodic vehicle inspection checks and informs Executive Director of any maintenance problems or safety issues that need to be addressed.
• Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons, and other emergency procedures; follows community policy and procedures detailed in fire and disaster plans.
• Requires minimal supervision; is a self-starter.
• All other duties that are assigned by any member of management.
• Follows emergency procedures.
• Understands the safety practices and procedures.
• Displays mature behavior and attitude in speech and action; demonstrates consistently pleasant demeanor, tone of voice, supports the philosophy and approach to resident care and passenger safety used by the community.
• Communicates effectively with supervisor and other staff.
• Advises supervisor and appropriate manager of any changes in physical and mental health of resident immediately.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• Must have current Class F, Class A, or Class V and S endorsement on state driver’s license and clean driving record
• Experience in a driving position preferred.
• Must have ability to operate van lift.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Maplewood Senior Living conducts pre-employment screening including background check, drug screening, and reference checks.

Why You'll Love working for Us: 

• Competitive wages
• Flexible shifts
• Growth opportunities
• Bonus & incentive programs
• Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.