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Transportation Aide

Americare Senior Living
Kennett, MO Part Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026
Your Role as the Transportation Aide

Skilled Nursing

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and compassionate Transportation Aide to safely transport residents to approved destinations while providing assistance, supervision, and support. In this role, you’ll be entrusted with the care and well-being of residents during transport and will represent Americare through professionalism, compassion, honesty, integrity, and respect.

Summary

The Transportation Aide is responsible for driving facility vehicles to transport residents to appointments, activities, and other approved destinations. This role also includes assisting residents during transport, ensuring safety, and maintaining a calm, supportive environment throughout the trip.

This Role May Also Be Known As

Transportation Aide, Driver Aide, Resident Transportation Assistant, or Transport Assistant.

What You’ll Do

  • Safely operate facility vehicles to transport residents to and from scheduled destinations
  • Assist residents with entering and exiting vehicles, including mobility and safety support
  • Provide supervision and attentive care to residents during transport
  • Maintain a courteous, respectful, and compassionate demeanor at all times
  • Ensure resident safety by following transportation and safety protocols
  • Communicate effectively with nursing staff regarding resident needs or concerns
  • Maintain cleanliness and basic safety checks of assigned vehicle
  • Protect resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines
  • Represent Americare positively when interacting with residents, families, and community partners

What You Bring

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 20 years of age
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
  • Valid, unrestricted driver’s license
  • Acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy

Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to remain calm, patient, and attentive while transporting residents
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to safety, reliability, and professionalism

Physical Demands

  • Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
  • Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
  • Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Safety Requirements

  • Follow all transportation safety procedures and two-person assist guidelines when required
  • Utilize required PPE and safety equipment
  • Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
  • Participate in company drug testing procedures
  • Adhere to safe driving practices, including seatbelt use and no cell phone use while driving

Work Environment

This role involves driving company vehicles and assisting residents in and out of facilities, medical offices, and community destinations. Duties may include indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.

Join Americare Senior Living and help ensure residents travel safely and comfortably while receiving the care and respect they deserve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Interested in Americare Senior Living but not ready to apply?

We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on support and caregiving opportunities, and explore what’s next — with no pressure to apply.

  • Join our Talent Network through our LinkedIn page:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/company/americareseniorliving/about/

Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living

Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.

Who We Are

  • Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states
  • 40 years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
  • Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect
  • Integrity
  • Servant Heart
  • Inspire
  • Nurture
  • Growth
  • Nationally recognized workplace and care provider

Why Join Americare

  • Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
  • Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
  • Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
  • Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation
  • Daily pay access
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
  • Free meals during shifts
  • Recognition programs and career advancement pathways

Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.

Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare. Apply today.

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