Transportation Aide

Description

 Position: Transportation Aide Department: Residential Supervisor: RCA Director/ Case Manager STATUS: Non-Exempt GRADE LEVEL: POSITION SUMMARY: EEO Under the direct supervision of the RCA Director and Case Manger the Transportation Aide will perform assigned duties related to the transportation of residents to and from appointments. The Driver will provide a safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient transportation service for residents. Responsibilities in this role include preparing the bus for operations, maintaining the vehicle/bus, and ensuring resident safety is a priority. Must comply with all applicable requirements as defined by the NYS department of Health regulation Part 487 as it applies to activities. Always Maintain orderly operation of the transportation service. Ensure the cleanliness of vehicles are maintained. Essential Functions: Consistently demonstrate the core values and mission of the facility. Inform the RCA Director and Case Manager, as applicable of any duties necessary for orderly department operation. Expand current knowledge of provider locations and plan routes to ensure timeliness. Keep the vehicle safe, clean, and free of clutter. Observe safety measures for all residents when assisting them on and off the vehicle. Assure that all residents and passengers wear safety belts at all times. Assure the proper and secure position of wheelchairs. Assure that the aisles are kept free from any obstructions. Monitor the vehicle performance, advise appropriate manager of any vehicle-related Problems and/or necessary or scheduled maintenance. Understand and Obey highway traffic signs and speed limit. participate and attend all required in-service training. Be aware Of and keep pace with daily changes in the needs Of residents. Actively encourage and promote quality customer service and teamwork on a daily basis. Advise the RCA Director and Case Manager of problems with the daily operation Of the Department. Report items requiring repair in the facility. Report all unusual or out of character observations of residents to the management. Created: 6.2024 Edited: 2.2025 Maintain polite, sensitive, mature, cooperative relationships with residents, residents' visitors, community members, and employees. Be knowledgeable Of, and implement as required, Woodbrook's fire and evacuation procedures. Be familiar with fire alarm locations, and routes of evacuation. Must maintain regular and punctual attendance. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required. Physical Demands/Requirements Ability to speak, read and write English, and speak the predominant language of the facility. • Frequently Sit, Stand, walk, use fingers to handle, Or feel. Reach with arms and hands and occasionally lift, move, push, carry or pull up to 25 pounds. • Occasionally lift, move, push, carry, or pull up to 25 pounds. • Frequently, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; or two years of high school experience Be emotionally, mentally, and physically able to provide services and supervision. Have attained the age of 18. Must meet all pre-employment requirements including physical, TB test, drug screen, and fingerprinting. Ability to recall and follow instructions. Work well with diverse populations and adapt to changes. Ability to recall and follow instructions. Must maintain regular and punctual attendance Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment Attention to detail Organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented approach. Possess the ability to make independent decisions when warranted. Must meet all pre-employment requirements including physical, TB test, drug screens, and fingerprinting This description iS intended to convey information essential to understanding the Scope ofthe and is not Outies and may and change over time to meet the Of the facility. Receipt and Acknowledgement: have read and understand this job description. Employee's Printed Name: Employee Signature: Human Resources/Representative Signature: created: 6.2024 Edited: 2.2025 Date