Transportation Specialist (PRN Role)

St. Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired • W-2 • Brentwood, MO, US • $18 - $20 / hour • 2d ago

The Transportation Specialist supports the mission of St. Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired (SLSBVI) by providing transportation for the agency’s clients. This is a PRN role transporting clients in the agency’s vehicles for services at the agency and throughout the community, completing documentation of rides provided, and assisting as needed in coordinating maintenance needs for the agency’s vehicle fleet.

Principle Accountabilities:

Provide safe, courteous and efficient transport and door-through-door assistance to agency clients, operating agency vehicles in compliance with agency policies and procedures, traffic laws and local regulations.
Maintain accurate trip reports, mileage logs, fuel receipts, and passenger documentation, protecting the private information of clients at all times.
Coordinate ride scheduling with program lead staff and supervisor.
Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks on agency vehicles, reporting maintenance and other needs to the transportation program lead staff.
Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive client information in accordance with HIPPA and other regulatory standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

Education: High school diploma or equivalency required
License and Record: Valid Class E driver license in the State of Missouri and proof of insurance, with a clean driving history and background check
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of general driving experience; prior work in providing transportation services to individuals who have disabilities or vision loss is preferred.
Excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills
Proficiency with GPS navigation tools and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience managing confidential information with discretion and in accordance with regulatory standards
Ability to assist passengers, bend, walk short distances, and occasionally lift light equipment or personal items

Working Conditions:

PRN position working Monday through Friday, 7.5 to 22.5 hours per week depending upon agency needs; averaging five trips per workday scheduled
Transportation Specialist provides rides using the agency’s vehicles.
Moderate level of computer screen work is required to complete documentation of rides provided.
Extended periods of sitting; frequent walking indoors/outdoors; assisting clients at travel destinations
Frequent transition in and out of the vehicle, driving in various weather conditions, and operating vehicle fold-out ramps in assisting clients to access and exit the vehicle

This description summarizes the role’s key duties and does not preclude other reasonable assignments.

Job Relationships:

Position reports to the Transportation Supervisor and works daily with the transportation program lead staff.

Company Description

The St. Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired (SLSBVI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the needs of adults with vision loss. SLSBVI’s programs include low vision assessment, occupational therapy, orientation and mobility instruction, vision aids, assistive technology training, transportation, peer and support groups, and recreational activities.

Mission - The St. Louis Society of the Blind and Visually Impaired enhances independence, empowers individuals, and enriches the lives of people who are visually impaired or blind.

Vision - A community where vision loss is not a barrier to a full life.