Transportation Leader

RidgeCrest•Mount Airy, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Ridgecrest, we are a luxury senior living company recognized as a Great Place to Work®. Our philosophy, “People First, Always,” drives us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions. We foster an environment of growth, teamwork, and collaboration where your contributions are celebrated and your work enriches the lives of our residents and fellow team members. We are looking for a Transportation Leader to direct and implement automotive transportation and schedules for Residents at all levels of care within the campus environment.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED required.
Transportation experience required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as specified by the company and by the company’s automobile insurance carrier.
Ability to be CPR certified at company’s expense.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use miscellaneous software and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in a similar transportation position desired.

Responsibilities

Maintains HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.
Responsible for driving members/residents off the community’s premises for scheduled outings and appointments.
Participates in meetings for the Member Services Department to develop a schedule of social and recreational activities.
Brings ideas, resources, and member interests to meetings to assist in the development of programming for all levels of care.
Communicates with the Concierge or Social Director daily to learn of current and future transportation routes and appointments.
Assists members/residents in and out of company vehicles.
Prioritizes times, routes and needs to accommodate the greatest number of Residents.
Helps members/residents to and from bus, van or car and into the destination place if needed.
Participates in scheduled activities as requested and encourage resident participation.
Reports any problems with members to the Social Director or Healthcare Administrator upon return to the campus.
Reports any traffic violation committed during working hours immediately to supervisor.
Acquires and maintains knowledge of all safety procedures pertaining to the vehicles and residents.
Utilizes knowledge in times of emergency, breakdowns or accidents.
Schedules and performs routine maintenance on vehicles at appropriate time intervals.
Keeps motor vehicle maintenance records and shares any problems or adverse vehicular situations with the Director of Facilities Services.
Maintains power on the cell phone assigned to the position or car and keeps phone at hand during working hours.