Compassionate Senior Transport Driver

HopeWest; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $19.07–$21.10 per hour

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

PTO & medical leave

FAMLI program

Discounts at local eateries

403B retirement match

Employer paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Bilingual pay premium

Job summary

HopeWest in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a reliable Driver for Participant transportation, delivering safe and timely transport to appointments and activities for older adults. The role emphasizes compassionate customer service, safety, and adherence to schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid Colorado driver's license, and at least 2 years of passenger-vehicle driving experience, with preferred experience in transporting older adults or mobility devices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Colorado driver's license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years experience driving passenger vehicles.
• Experience transporting older adults or individuals using mobility devices preferred.
• Must meet HopeWest's motor vehicle insurance requirements, including minimum age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport participants to scheduled appointments, activities, and destinations.
• Assist participants with entering and exiting vehicles, including those using wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and other mobility devices.
• Ensure passengers are properly secured using seatbelts, wheelchair restraints, and safety equipment.
• Follow established transportation schedules and routes while adapting to traffic, weather, and participant needs.
• Communicate route changes, delays, and participant concerns with schedulers and supervisors.
• Conduct required vehicle inspections and maintain accurate transportation logs.
• Clean and disinfect vehicles according to established procedures.
• Report vehicle concerns, incidents, accidents, or safety issues promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Mobility equipment handling

Basic computer skills

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HopeWest in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a reliable Driver for Participant transportation, delivering safe and timely transport to appointments and activities for older adults. The role emphasizes compassionate customer service, safety, and adherence to schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid Colorado driver's license, and at least 2 years of passenger-vehicle driving experience, with preferred experience in transporting older adults or mobility devices.