Student Transportation Aide

Student Transportation Aide

 **No nights or weekends required** ** Must live in the East Saint Louis, IL area**

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Student Transportation Aide to join our team in providing safe, respectful, and supportive transportation services for students and older adults with developmental disabilities. This vital role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our passengers by ensuring their comfort, dignity, and safety during daily commutes. If you have a caring nature, emotional maturity, and a desire to help others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding part-time position with flexible hours.

Important scheduling requirement This is a seasonal position based on school calendars. Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Why You'll Love This Position

• No nights or weekends required
•  Enjoy school holidays and breaks off
• Work schedules align with the school calendar
• Flexible part-time hours
•  A rewarding opportunity to make a difference every day

Job Responsibilities of the Student Transportation Aid: 

• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on timeliness and safety. 
• Previous knowledge of the functionality of special equipment, such as wheelchair lifts and securement systems, preferred.
• Effective communication skills 
• Patience and understanding when working with people with a wide range of disabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and evacuation procedures
• Capability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviors in a calm and safe manner.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work cooperatively with drivers to ensure passenger safety.
• Understanding of and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the transportation of individuals with disabilities.

Join our organization and become part of a supportive, inclusive environment committed to making a positive impact in our community. We value dedication, compassion, and a genuine desire to serve others, offering opportunities for growth and meaningful contribution. 

 Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience in working with individuals with disabilities, preferably in a direct-care setting.
• Experience with early childhood or school-age development strongly desired.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to work at least 30 hours a week.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint background check and 10-panel drug screening. 
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on safety, respectful, compassionate service and timeliness.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR/AED certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on timeliness and safety. 
• Previous knowledge of the functionality of special equipment, such as wheelchair lifts and securement systems, preferred.
• Effective communication skills 
• Patience and understanding when working with people with a wide range of disabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and evacuation procedures
• Capability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviors in a calm and safe manner.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work cooperatively with drivers to ensure passenger safety.
• Understanding of and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the transportation of individuals with disabilities.

Express Medical Transporters (EMT) is dedicated to inclusive hiring and employment practices and will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to any and all essential functions or requirements of its jobs and stated duties upon request or direct knowledge of a need for such accommodation.  

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