Transportation Specialist for Adults with Disabilities

1 day ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Link Associates Full time

About Link Associates

Link Associates is a community-based non-profit organization that provides services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families since 1953.

We offer a range of services, including residential, day habilitation, community employment, transportation, case management, and leisure activities, to meet the full spectrum of life-long needs as well as those of their family members.

Our mission is to empower adults with disabilities to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Transportation Specialist to transport adults with disabilities to and from their residential sites and day programs.

The ideal candidate will have a valid Iowa Class D license with passenger endorsement and be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

The position requires frequent standing, walking, and reaching, as well as occasional climbing stairs without the use of railings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Transport adults with disabilities to and from their residential sites and day programs
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle inside and outside
  • Inspect safety equipment regularly
  • Report any accidents or injuries promptly
  • Complete required consumer documentation accurately and legibly

Requirements:

  • Iowa Class D license with passenger endorsement
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Frequent standing, walking, and reaching; occasional climbing stairs without railings
  • Medium physical work consisting of occasional 2-hand lifting from floor to waist of up to fifty (50) pounds and occasional 2-hand push/pull of up to sixty (60) pounds of force

Estimated Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,000 per year, depending on experience.



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