PACE Transportation Driver

Appalachian Agency For Senior Citizens, Inc.; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 paid holidays

Up to 96 hours annual leave

Job summary

Appalachian Agency For Senior Citizens, Inc. in Bristol, Tennessee is seeking dependable PACE Transportation Drivers to provide safe and reliable transport for PACE participants.

You will assist participants, operate agency vehicles, and maintain documentation while prioritizing safety and professionalism. The role requires a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and completion of training (including PCA/CNA basics, First Aid, CPR, and wheelchair lift operations).

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Reading, writing and effective communication required.

Responsibilities

• Transport participants to various destinations in agency vehicles.
• Assist participants on and off vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure safety of participants during transport.

Skills

Reading & writing

Effective communication

Public contact

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication equipment

DOT drug and alcohol test

Job description

WE ARE GROWING! AASC is seeking dependable and participant-focused PACE Transportation Drivers to join our exceptional team as we provide safe, reliable transportation services to PACE participants in the Cedar Bluff area.

PACE TRANSPORTATION DRIVER

Position Requirements

Minimum - Must give a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. High school diploma or GED preferred. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively. Previous experience preferred. Training required, including but not limited to passenger assistance, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), First Aid, CPR, wheelchair lift operations, etc. Job requires moderate to heavy lifting. Must be able to pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol test, criminal background check and agency driving test. Transportation drivers will be required to have one (1) year experience with the elderly. CDL license not required but preferred with passenger endorsement. Use of radio communication equipment is preferred.

Summary of Duties

Will transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants (in wheelchairs or on stretchers) to various destinations by agency vehicle. Will provide needed participants assistance on and off vehicles. The driver will at all times be alert to participants needs and operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Must have skills to deal professionally with health care personneland participants with chronic illnesses who may bedisabled physically and/or cognitively. Transportation drivers may be required to provide necessary services as authorized by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Accurate recordkeeping is mandatory for this position. Significant public contact is required, and the position requires some independent decision-making and action.

Service Delivery Full-Time Staff benefits include 8 paid holidays and can earn up to 96 hours of annual leave.