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Position summary

The Resident Transportation Specialist is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and comfortable transportation services for residents of the facility to and from medical appointments, outings, and other approved activities.

This role emphasizes resident safety, well-being, and positive representation of the facility within the community.

Essential duties and responsibilities


* Resident Transportation:
+ Safely transports residents to and from scheduled appointments and activities, including loading and unloading from facility-approved vehicles
+ Ensures the safe ingress, egress, and securement of mobile and wheelchair-bound residents in facility vehicles.
+ Provides assistance to residents with transfers, lifting, and mobilization, and other activities of daily living as needed, particularly when assisting with vehicle entry and exit.


* Vehicle Management:
+ Maintains the cleanliness and overall condition of the interior and exterior of facility vehicles.
+ Monitors and maintains accurate vehicle logs, including inspection reports and maintenance schedules.
+ Coordinates and schedules vehicle maintenance, including routine servicing like oil changes and tire rotations.
+ Inspects facility vehicles daily to ensure safe operating condition.


* Resident Care & Observation:
+ Observes resident mood and behavior during transportation and reports any changes or concerns to appropriate staff, such as the Activities Director or resident's nurse.
+ Exercises sound judgment in complex situations involving the highly dependent resident base.


* Communication & Collaboration:
+ Coordinates transportation needs and requests with other departments in a courteous and timely manner.
+ Communicates effectively with residents, their families, and facility staff regarding transportation arrangements and resident well-being.


* Compliance & Safety:
+ Adheres to all traffic regulations and facility safety policies and procedures.
+ Maintains a clean driving record and complies with all state and federal regulations related to transportation services.
+ Establishes and maintains a culture of compliance with all facility policies and procedures, standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations.
+ Follows established infection control procedures and universal precautions.
+ Participates in emergency drills and trainings, fulfilling assigned responsibilities during emergency situations.
+ Reports work-related injuries and illnesses, non-compliance with policies or regulations, and allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in accordance with facility policy.

Qualifications


* Education and/or Experience:
+ Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
+ Prior experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), preferably i...