What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Driver position at Community PACE At Home?
Transportation Driver
Community PACE at Home is looking for a dependable, empathetic, experienced driver to transport our elderly participants. We're all about the Community and the participants we serve. We know everyone on our team by name and we value their work every day. As a company we're looking for people who share our value in caring for the elderly within our community. If you’re driven to help people, this may be the perfect opportunity.
We're not just looking to fill this position. We're looking for the right person. A person that has something to add to our community. We are looking for a kind, open, humble, ambitious, individual that finds joy in helping our elderly population.
This position is available part-time. Our drivers are responsible for ensuring that patients are transported safely, have all items that are necessary for the day (Medications, paperwork, etc.), and have fun while being transported. Drivers transport our participants from their homes to the center and to specialty appointments when needed. At the end of each day, we return participants back to their residence safely.
Drivers will also often participate in team meetings, providing valuable information to the PACE center manager, and primary care staff about how the patient transfers and the home environment. Our drivers are responsible for other tasks outside of driving as well. If you’re looking for a position that is slightly different each day. There is no one day like another with this position.
Qualifications and Skills
· NO CDL is required!
· Experience driving larger vehicles is preferred.
· Must obtain a Chauffeurs license upon hire. PACE will help with this!
· Have a current clean drivers record.
· Experience working with the frail elderly population – preferred
· Must pass a background check.
Schedule: M-F First Shift / hours vary with occasional evening and weekend shifts available
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 / hourly
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 29 per week
Benefits:
- Paid training
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- This position requires a background check. Will you pass the background check?
- Do you have experience working with the frail elderly population? If so, give a brief description.
- Do you have experience driving passenger vehicles equipped with chair lifts?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Newaygo, MI 49337 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Newaygo, MI 49337: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16
