Compassionate Elderly Transport Driver

On Lok Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Retirement Savings Plan 403(b)

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Mental Wellness Resources and EAP

Holidays, vacation time, sick leave

Job summary

On Lok PACE is seeking a driver to provide safe transportation for participants, including wheelchair lifts and securement, between homes, centers, and community appointments. Under the Transportation Coordinator, you’ll support care plans and ensure safety for seniors.

Requirements include a California driver’s license with a good record, willingness to operate diverse vehicles, and preferably 1 year of experience with frail or elderly populations. Bilingual candidates are a plus.

Qualifications

• Licensed California Driver with good driving record.
• Ability to operate all vehicles; understands maintenance program.
• One-year experience with frail or elderly population preferred.
• Flexibility, mature judgment, and good interpersonal skills with seniors.
• Understands and follows oral and written directions.
• Familiarity with traffic routes and driving regulations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish or Cantonese/English preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vehicles, including wheelchair tie-downs and lifts, transporting participants.
• Ensure participant and vehicle safety; perform pre-trip inspections and follow safety procedures.
• Provide timely transport of participants, meals and supplies between home, center, and appointments.
• Support participant care plan; observe and report to the team.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed California Driver

Bilingual English/Spanish or Cantonese

Job description

On Lok PACE is seeking a driver to provide safe transportation for participants, including wheelchair lifts and securement, between homes, centers, and community appointments. Under the Transportation Coordinator, you’ll support care plans and ensure safety for seniors.

Requirements include a California driver’s license with a good record, willingness to operate diverse vehicles, and preferably 1 year of experience with frail or elderly populations. Bilingual candidates are a plus.