Transportation Coordinator (Driver)

Silver Glen Senior Living • South Elgin, IL

20d

About The Position

The Transportation Coordinator (Driver) delivers a structured, reliable, resident-focused transportation program within the community. The role includes driving, transportation coordination and scheduling, resident communication, and operational support. The coordinator provides scheduled transportation, including designated medical transportation days on Tuesdays and Thursdays; manages requests in a digital transportation system; maintains vehicle readiness; and supports outings, events, and other community operations during non-driving hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• At least three years of licensed driving experience.
• Valid state Driver’s License; Class E in Missouri.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to safely operate passenger vehicles, buses, and mobility lift systems while assisting residents with mobility needs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with older adults, transportation, or coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation during scheduled work hours, including coverage of designated medical transportation days on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Safely operate community vehicles for medical, recreational, and personal transportation.
• Enter and manage transportation requests in the digital transportation management system, keeping schedules accurate and aligned with community guidelines and availability.
• Inspect vehicles routinely and ensure they are clean, fueled, and in good working condition.
• Support the Entertainment & Programming team with outings and events, including planning, logistics, resident participation, safety protocols, and return schedules.
• Provide programming, interdepartmental, and other operational support during non-driving hours, maintaining productivity throughout scheduled work hours.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (for full-time team members).
• Dental insurance (for full-time team members).
• Vision insurance (for full-time team members).
• Life insurance (for full-time team members).
• Other voluntary insurance options (for full-time team members).
• 401(k) participation for part-time and full-time team members.
• Paid time off for part-time and full-time team members.
• Holiday pay for part-time and full-time team members.
• Daily Pay for part-time and full-time team members.
• Discounts through Perk Spot for part-time and full-time team members.

What This Job Offers

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