Driver-PACE Program

Chapters Health System; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

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Job summary

Chapters Health System is seeking a Transportation Associate to directly transport physically limited passengers to and from their destinations in a safe, timely manner. You will interact with caregivers and community agencies as part of the Hope PACE team and help maintain vehicle safety and readiness.

Required are a Florida driver’s license, auto insurance, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Alzheimer’s training, plus at least one year working with frail elderly or handicapped individuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and valid Florida driver license.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification required.
• Experience transporting frail elderly and handicapped individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport physically limited passengers to varied destinations safely and on time.
• Interact with caregivers and community agencies while conducting business with Hope PACE.
• Ensure the van is in proper working order and report maintenance performed.

Skills

Patient transport

Safety awareness

Communication

Care coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Florida Driver's License

First Aid CPR AED certification

Alzheimer's training

Job description

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! Benefits - day 1 Schedule-Monday-Friday-days

Educational/Training Requirements:

High School Diploma Certificates, Licenses, and Registration: Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation. First Aid, CPR, and AED certification is required. Course certification must include hands‑on skills validation to ensure competency. Courses from both the American Red Cross (Adult First Aid/CPR/AED) or the American Heart Association (Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED), meet this requirement Certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.

Experience Requirements:

At least one year experience in transporting handicapped individuals and working with the frail elderly.

Position Specific Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the Manager, Transportation, is responsible for the direct transportation of physically limited passengers to and from their destinations.
• Position required constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies while conducting business with Hope PACE.
• Transport physically limited passengers to varied destinations both timely, safely and door to door.
• Ensure that the van is in proper working order.
• Report and document maintenance performed.
• Assist passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner.
• Deal with medical equipment and other emergencies that may arise.
• Follow established scheduled, adjust schedules to meet unanticipated changes , determine the safest and most efficient pick up and delivery routes.
• Participate as a member of interdisciplinary team.
• Take part in participant care planning and contribute to notations in medical record.
• Report important information to proper staff of Hope PACE daily regarding any changes, progress, or unusual events concerning any participant.
• Participate in the maintenance of a safe, clean and healthful day center environment.
• May assist with patient care in the day health center when not transporting participants.
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers.
• Consistently represents Hope with integrity and professionalism.
• Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job.
• Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service.
• When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor.
• Assist with special projects, as requested.
• All other job duties as may be assigned.

Compensation Pay Range:

$16.96 - $25.24

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on‑going compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Choices. Education. Guidance. As a progressive leader and premier health organization, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates:

• Capital Caring Health
• Chapters Health Foundation
• Chapters Health Hospice
• Chapters Health Pharmacy
• Chapters Health Staffing
• Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care
• Good Shepherd Hospice
• Hope Healthcare
• Hospice of Okeechobee
• HPH Hospice
• LifePath Hospice

Chapters Health offers services throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the country to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. Chapters Health and its affiliates are licensed in Alachua, Arlington, Bradford, Charlotte, Cherokee, Citrus, Cobb, Collier, Columbia, District of Columbia (all eight wards), Dixie, Fairfax, Fauquier, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gilchrist, Glades, Gwinnett, Hall, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Howard, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Levy, Loudoun, Marion, Martin, Miami‑Dade, Monroe, Montgomery, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Prince George’s, Prince William, Putnam, St. Lucie, Sumter, Suwannee and Union counties.

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All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

It is the policy of the Organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Organization(s) complies with all civil rights laws and other federal, state and local fair employment laws that prohibit any unlawful employment practices including harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, status as a covered veteran, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions, including hiring and promoting, are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.