Transportation Associate

## Transportation Associate Apply:
Onsite:
East Boston:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R0007562
** Thank you for your interest in a career at Neighbor Health, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center!
** As one of the largest community health centers in the country, Neighbor Health is proud to serve the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities.

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** Time Type:
** Full time
** Department:
** Transportation
* * All Locations:
** 151 Orleans Street
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* Position Summary:

** The Transportation Associate provides transportation services to the Neighbor Healths Health Center PACE centers, serving the frail elderly, and providing courier services between EBNHC locations and PACE sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Offers emotional and physical support to frail elderly patients and families.
* Transports participants to/from inside their homes to/from the assigned PACE Center or appointment (via stair chair carry, wheelchair or walking assistance).
* Properly secures participants, equipment and other items in the van prior to operating the vehicle.
* Operates vehicle(s) in a manner that meets the EBNHC transportation requirements.
* Maintains vehicles and adjunct equipment in a manner that meets the EBNHC transportation requirements.
* Operates, uses and understands adjunct equipment used in the performance of the job.
* Follows proper procedures for loading and unloading participants on the vehicle using the lift or stairs.
* Cooperates with intake and assessment team in the evaluation and re-evaluation of program participants.
* Follows Infection Control procedures.
* Provides courier service between Neighbor Health locations and PACE sites.
* Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Requirements
* HS Diploma/GED required.
* Current MA driver’s license
* Safe driving record for three years. Must provide a True and Attested Driving Record from the Mass Department of Transportation.
* A Department of Transportation Medical Certification Driver Fitness Examination will also be required

Starting pay $22/hr