Medical Shelter Support Driver

CITY CARE INC • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

City Care is seeking a dependable, compassionate team member for its Medical Respite team. The Medical Shelter Support Driver primarily transports participants safely and respectfully to and from medical appointments and other approved destinations while supporting the program’s daily operations. The Medical Respite program offers people experiencing homelessness a safe, supportive place to recover and focus on their health and well-being.

The role also helps maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment and supports participants and coworkers as needed. Hands-on training is provided on job responsibilities and program procedures; additional duties may be taken on as training and experience grow. Internal advancement, pay increases, and training bonuses may be available based on program requirements, training completion, and tenure. The role is based at the Pershing Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to meet applicable driving, vehicle operation, and passenger safety requirements.
• Responsible approach to driving and commitment to passenger safety.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, adapt to changing needs, and follow established procedures.
• Basic computer skills and attention to detail when entering information.
• Dependability, punctuality, and good organizational skills.
• Interest in helping people experiencing homelessness and other complex life challenges.
• Commitment to treating participants, coworkers, and community partners with respect and working collaboratively toward shared goals.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience driving a passenger van or other larger vehicle.
• Experience operating a wheelchair lift or transporting individuals with mobility needs.
• Experience in transportation, customer service, hospitality, shelter operations, or human services.

Responsibilities

• Transport Medical Respite participants safely and reliably to and from medical appointments and other approved destinations.
• Operate assigned vehicles safely and follow established transportation procedures.
• Assist with participant transportation needs, including wheelchair lifts when applicable and authorized.
• Communicate transportation updates and important participant information during shift reports.
• Help maintain accountability for participant whereabouts according to program procedures.
• Conduct routine safety checks and screenings of participants and their belongings according to program procedures.
• Complete assigned cleaning and housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Coordinate laundry, meal needs, and environmental services as needed.
• Help maintain inventory and organization of program supplies.
• Assist with scheduling medical appointments for participants.
• Support team members and participants as needed and collaborate to maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
• After training, conduct participant wellness checks, assist with intake and orientation, support program entry and exit assessments, and help participants connect with services and community resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible full-time employees receive medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first day of the month following their hire date.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Hands-on training and additional training opportunities.
• Internal mobility opportunities, pay increases, and training bonuses based on applicable program requirements, training completion, and tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED