What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver - Transport Driver position at Clickajobs?
Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Make an Impact : Enhance the quality of life for seniors.
Professional Growth : Access to training and career development.
BoldAge offers a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, 401K, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending account, and an employee assistance program.
Transportation Driver
Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, is responsible for the direct transportation of physically limited passengers to and from their destinations. Position requires constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies.
Effectively communicates with participants, families, staff and other agencies and departments.
Drives a specially equipped van to deliver physically limited persons to varied destinations. Assures that wheelchair lifts and tie down equipment are properly operated and that participants are delivered to appointments in a timely manner.
Follows established schedules, adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes, determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes.
Assists passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner. Deals with medical equipment and other emergencies that may arise.
Inspects van and maintains it in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Attends staff meetings and takes part in participant care planning. Coordination of 24-hour care delivery.
Minimum 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
If this is not present, training on working with a frail or elderly population will be provided upon hiring.
Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.
Upon employment, defensive driving course, first aid, and CPR certifications are required to be kept up to date.
BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
