Transportation Concierge

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The Conkling Center Inc.

TRANSPORTATION CONCIERGE

The Conkling Center Inc is a not-for-profit operating foundation whose Mission is to enhance the quality of life of seniors in the community directly and indirectly, by providing services, programs, and opportunities to meet their ever-changing needs. The Transportation Concierge functions as a representative of the foundation and is responsible for assisting in the promotion and achievement of this mission.

Qualifications for the Transportation Concierge/Substitute

Must have a strong interest in working and communicating with the Seniors. Be organized, flexible, task oriented and a problem solver. The Transportation Concierge must be self-confident and a strong work ethic to work independently while transporting seniors throughout the community.

Requirements

· Highest level of personal and professional integrity

· Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy

· Strong customer orientation to seniors in the community

· Be able to work alone with maximum accountability

· Excellent organizational skills

· Confidentiality

· Outgoing pleasant personality

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

· Ability and willingness to work flexible hours to meet the program’s needs

· Team player

· Be able to lift and push wheelchairs as appropriate and required

· Pass random Drug/Alcohol testing as required

· New York State License and Driving Record in Good Standing

· High School Diploma or Equivalent

Computer skills, ability and interest in learning scheduling database and in-house operations when covering for the Transportation Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Transport seniors 55 to medical appointments, treatment facilities, pharmacies, grocery stores, banks, social events and other locations as scheduled.

· Assist seniors door-to-door with packages, wheelchairs, etc.

· Assist seniors with loading and unloading wheelchairs.

· Assure the proper and secure positioning of wheelchairs.

· Observe safety measures when assisting seniors in and out of the vehicle.

· Complete all required daily documents.

· Inspect the vehicle daily and complete form prior to starting day.

· Notify Transportation Coordinator of vehicle maintenance as needed, including gas, oil changes, tire rotation and routine maintenance.

· Report vehicle maintenance needs to the Transportation Coordinator.

· Assure all seniors are wearing seat belts at all times.

· Keeps vehicle safe and clean, and free of clutter.

· Drive responsibly and cautiously.

· Dress per required dress code.

· Attend trainings for Defensive Driving, First Aid and CPR, etc.

· Address all other required and appropriate transportation related items.

· Report all concerns, suggestions, recommendations to the Transportation Coordinator.

· Work cooperatively with the Executive Director and fellow employees to assure smooth operation of the transportation program/service.

· Follow Personnel Policies.

Cross Train for the Transportation Coordinator Duties and Responsibilities

The full-time transportation concierge will be cross trained in the duties and responsibilities of the transportation coordinator. This person will cover in the absence of the transportation coordinator.

· All other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Executive Director and/or the Transportation Coordinator.

The Transportation Concierge/Substitute reports directly to the Executive Director of The Conkling Center Inc.

It should not be assumed that these Duties and Responsibilities nor the Qualifications are intended to be an all-inclusive list but rather a representation of some of the tasks and skills required. It could be expected that as the Transportation Program evolves, so will the job of the Transportation Concierge.

The Conkling Center Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, or physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law or related to job requirements.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18