Senior Transportation & Support Specialist

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If you are a compassionate and dedicated person looking for an opportunity to make a difference in society, we encourage you to apply. Catholic Charities isn’t just an organization that provides help to those in need in our communities—it’s a place where employees are encouraged to live purpose driven lives, professionally and personally. Join our team as we provide help and create hope for those in need.

At Catholic Charities, we serve everyone, regardless of belief or background, and we employ qualified individuals who commit to our mission with the goal of transforming lives for the better. One need not be Catholic to join our workforce nor to access our services.

Pay rate: $17.32 an hour

Community Support & Transportation Aide:

With direct supervision, operate and maintain van equipment. Maintain records of use, mileage, repairs and service. Transport seniors to and from the program center and interact with them as a recreational aide during program hours.

• RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Under direction ensure that the activities of this program and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the Secretariat for Catholic Charities Health and Human Services and Catholic Charities Services Corporation.
  • Act as an advocate for clients.
  • Act as a positive role model for clients.
  • Coordinate recreational programming as needed.
  • Escort clients on field trips.
  • Assist with set up, tidying area, serving lunch and some stocking of supplies.
  • Maintain a clean work area and equipment as assigned.
  • Wash and sanitize kitchen utensils and equipment as needed.
  • Assist in lunch preparation in the kitchen as needed, heating food, and preparing it for distribution to the seniors.
  • Transport clients in company vehicles as deemed appropriately to meet program goals.
  • Assist clients by transporting them to and from the client home which includes helping the client into and out of the vehicle, assisting the client to and from the trip destination point as necessary to ensure that the client safely reaches their destination.
  • Take necessary precautions to ensure the safety of passengers, equipment, and cargo.
  • Service vehicle as required with gas, oil and coolant and preform other preventative maintenance tasks as required to maintain the vehicle according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Clean and wash vehicle as necessary, inside, and out, to remove salt deposits, dust, dirt, or water/snow accumulation.
  • Check all headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, hazard lights, and tires, exhaust system, hand brake, etc., to verify safety systems of the assigned vehicle are in proper working order. Maintain records indicating date, items inspected, defects noted, repair dates, etc.
  • Notify Supervisor when there are problems with the facility and program vehicles.
  • Secure company vehicles after every use.
  • Assist with preparation and set-up for special events.
  • Remove trash from senior dining room areas as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements:

• Must have good written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must be able to read and write English.

• A verified safe driving record in the State of Ohio with no greater than four (4) points and provide a copy of license. Driving record will be obtained through Motor Vehicle Abstract annually. Any MVR grade of “unacceptable” is not permitted to operate a company or personal vehicle on behalf of Catholic Charities.
• Must pass an alcohol and drug test conducted by an institution approved by the Ohio Medical Transportation Board.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR/AED or obtain within 6 months from date of hire.
• Must have a certificate of completion of a Defensive Driving course attained within 6 months from date of hire, with 4-hour refresher course every three years thereafter.
• If transporting older and/or disabled adults, must have a certificate of completion of a DRIVE-Transporting Older and Disabled Adults course attained within 6 months from date of hire, and complete a DRIVE-Refresher course every 3 years thereafter.
• Must complete blood borne pathogens and wheelchair securement trainings within 6 months from date of hire.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to show patience and courtesy when working with people.
• Must have the ability to organize work under pressure.

• Must be able to stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.

Learn More about Catholic Charities and our Programs by visiting:

• Overview | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland (ccdocle.org)

• Service Areas | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland (ccdocle.org)

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.