Transportation Assistant Job at Lutheran Senior LIFE, Jersey City, NJ

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  • Lutheran Senior LIFE
  • Jersey City, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

"My work has special meaning and this is not just a job"

'I just love working there and that's a good place to work'

'It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make a difference in somebody’s life. Especially elderly people that feel lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for them. I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants. Because of the pandemic we can’t see each other everyday-but I call them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They know I care.We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City.'

Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior LIFE.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

*Caring* *Teamwork* *Kindness* *Open Communication* *Positive Attitude* This is how our team members describe the culture at Lutheran Senior LIFE! Apply today to find out more!

We have a new opportunity for a full-time Transportation Assistant!

Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, the Transportation Assistant is responsible for the safety and well being of participants while being transported in Lutheran Senior LIFE vehicles.

This position also has the opportunity to drive our participants if interested and qualified.

Basic Qualifications:

Education/Training/Certifications:

  1. High School diploma or equivalent
  2. Experience with assisting the elderly or frail population
  3. Holds current MAVT and/or CPR certifications (preferred)

Skill(s):

  1. Able to read and understand maps and routing information to navigate within the Hudson County area.
  2. Able to handle information in a confidential manner at all times.
  3. Able to deal professionally and diplomatically with people. Must have good interpersonal skills.
  4. Experienced in transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
  5. Must be flexible and able to function in stressful situations.
  6. Requires individual who can coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
  7. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, caregivers and co-workers.
  8. Proficient in identifying and recommending problem resolution.
  9. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  10. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly

Competency:

Position specific competencies for Transportation Escorts will be met prior to assuming participant care.

Medical Clearance:

Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participants contact.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We have awesome benefits! You will be eligible to participate in most of the following as of your 90th day of employment:

Offering flexible pay - accessing your pay anytime!
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Critical Care & Accident Coverage
NJM Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance
Identify Theft Protection
403(b) Retirement Savings offering an 8% company paid match!
Sick Pay (after 4 months of employment)
Paid Time Off (after completion of introductory period)
Holiday Pay
And much more…..

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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