Transportation Supervisor

Transportation Supervisor

Location: Lower Burrell, PA

Schedule: 7:00am-4:00pm Monday - Friday, with flexibility for training and participant needs on evening and weekends

Summary of Job Duties:

The Transportation Supervisor is responsible for the general supervision and training of the transportation staff including: coordination/delegation of daily duties to ensure participant Plan of Care is followed, communication with other departments, problem solving and compliance with Community LIFE policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. The Transportation Supervisor maintains the day-to-day operations of the transportation department to ensure safe transport of participants and is responsible for coordinating and scheduling transportation services as requested by the Interdisciplinary Team. The Transportation Supervisor must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan care for and provide service to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards. In addition to these duties, the supervisor will work with the Interdisciplinary Team (doctors, social workers, nurses, coordinators, and caregivers) to create the best possible environment for participants.

Required Education: High school Diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree in transportation planning, logistics, or related field preferred.

Required Qualifications: Minimum of one year of experience in transportation/logistics area. Supervisor/lead experience required. Proficiency will Microsoft office, particularly Microsoft Excel. A computer skills test will be required for this position.

Required Certifications/Licensure: Valid PA driver's license with no recent infractions and the ability to obtain a public passenger's license and pass a DOT Physical.

Required Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

• Knowledge of needs of elderly population in various disciplines.
• Ability to accept and utilize supervision to maintain high standards of quality.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to compare/contrast many potential situations.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Experience using Excel software.
• Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong teamwork and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member with staff, participants, providers and referral sources.
• Dependable, resourceful and flexible.
• Ability to identify opportunities for new and innovative ways to provide services

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Long Term Disability insurance, 5 weeks Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement, Employee Appreciation events, and more!

About us:

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life.

Our program brings the region's experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.