Elder's Transport Driver

Northern Waters Casino; Michigan; On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Meal Discounts

Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store

Golf Discounts

Paid Lunch

Paid Holidays

Access to training programs

Job summary

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians is seeking a Part-Time Elder Transport Driver to provide safe transport to medical appointments and assist with meal delivery at the Gathering Place. The role requires a valid driver’s license, chauffeur license, and HIPAA compliance, with CPR/First Aid within 90 days.

Responsibilities include coordinating elder transport schedules, maintaining confidentiality, and complying with motor safety laws.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and State Issued Chauffeur’s License.
• First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days.
• Must lift 70 lbs., bend, twist, stand, walk, sit for extended periods.
• Must pass all pre-employment obligations including background check and drug screening.
• Adhere to HIPAA Confidentiality Policy Laws.
• Must be insurable under the Tribe’s fleet policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable and safe transportation of Elders to appointments.
• Deliver Elders’ meals as needed.
• Coordinate schedule with Elder’s Director and report illness or leave.
• Maintain confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
• Adhere to motor safety laws and report accidents to Program Director.
• Keep a posted schedule of transports at the Gathering Place and inform Supervisor of trips.
• All other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Empathy toward Elders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver’s license

Chauffeur license

Auto insurance

Job description

POSTED: November 13 th , 2025 DEADLINE: November 27 th , 2025

JOBDESCRIPTION

EMPLOYMENT: Part-Time

SALARY/PAY RATE: $14.00-$17.00 per hour

DESCRIPTION:

Provide transportation to and from medical appointments orother transportation needs as directed by the Elder’s Coordinator. Comply with the LVD transportation policy,provide transportation with Tribal GSA fleet vehicle, and provide maintenanceupon completion of each transport.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing reliableand safe transportation of Elders to appointments.
• Treat all who enter the GatheringPlace with dignity and respect.
• Maintain confidentiality of allthose who visit or reside within the Gathering Place.
• Responsible for delivering Elders’meals as needed.
• Communicate effectively with Elder,Supervisor and Professional Staff.
• Maintain cultural sensitivity,respect and be empathetic towards the Elders’ needs.
• Individuals must adhere to all motorsafety laws and report any violations or accidents to the ProgramDirector.
• Coordinate schedule as provided bythe Elder’s Director and report illness, or request leave immediately to avoidinterruption of service to the Elders’s Director.
• Keep a posted schedule of transportsat the Gathering Place.
• Keep Supervisor informed of alltrips and schedules.

* All other job tasks andduties as assigned by supervisor

Skills & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or pursuing GEDCertificate.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License,State Issued Chauffer’s Driver License, and adequate automobile insurancecoverage as well as be insurable under the Tribe’s fleet policy.
• First Aid/CPR Certification within90 days.
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs., bend,twist, stand, walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must pass all pre-employmentobligations including background check and drug screening.
• Adhere HIPPA Confidentiality PolicyLaws

The above statements are intended to describe the generalnature and level of work performed by people assigned to thisclassification. They are not intended tobe construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skillsrequired of personnel so classified.Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Must be able topass a pre-employment drug screen and applicable background checks related tothe position.

Application:

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

• A fun, safe, fast paced work environment
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store
• Golf Discounts
• Paid Lunch
• Paid Holidays
• Access to training programs

Great Benefits for Full Time Employees offered after 90 days of employment:

• LVD Pays 80% of the cost of these benefits with only a 20% responsibility from the employee.
• Health – Offering 14 different medical coverages.