Mobility Coordinator
Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI•Allouez, WI
•Remote
About The Position
Make The Ride Happen assists older adults and individuals with disabilities so they can remain active and involved in their community. Make The Ride Happen coordinates with other local transportation services to find rides for residents that meet their needs. The Mobility Coordinator provides education and support to help individuals understand, access, and coordinate transportation options within the community. Works to improve mobility for individuals by removing barriers and advocating for system change.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) meeting LSS Driver Safety standards.
- Must reside in Wisconsin or Upper Michigan.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; LSS is unable to provide visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience with older adults and individuals with disabilities is preferred
- Knowledge and/or work experience with transportation resources is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Works with community partners and Mobility Manager to address transportation barriers and create new transportation options
- Responds to requests from individuals and agencies regarding transportation
- Advocates on behalf of individuals as necessary
- Interacts with transportation providers to understand existing transportation resources including geographic boundaries, eligibility, fares, service hours, days available and other pertinent information
- Makes appropriate referrals to social service agencies, information and assistance providers and community resources
- Educates and promotes existing community resources
- Maintains database with individual demographic data and program information
- Attends local advocacy meetings with providers, consumers and County Human Services Agencies
- Maintains caller records, statistical reports and other projects related to transportation coordination as directed by the Program Supervisor
- Uses alternative technologies/techniques, as well as interpreters, to communicate with people with varying abilities (TDD, Braille, etc.)
- Documents areas of unmet transportation needs and advocates when possible for added services
- Expects, supports, promotes and manages change
- Provides input using a problem-solving approach to issues
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Ability to Contribute to 403B
- LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
- Employee Assistance Program
- Service Awards and Recognition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
