PACE Transportation Driver

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Tazewell (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is growing its team to provide safe, reliable transportation for PACE participants in the Cedar Bluff area. As a PACE Transportation Driver, you will transport both ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants, assist with transfers, and maintain high safety standards.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to pass DOT physicals and background checks.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Training required (PCA/CNA, First Aid, CPR, wheelchair lifts).
• CDL not required but preferred with passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants to various destinations.
• Assist participants on and off vehicles.
• Maintain safety and awareness of participants' needs.
• Recordkeeping and possible independent decisions as required by the IDT.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Effective communication

Physical stamina

One year elderly care experience

DOT physical testing

Criminal background check

Ability to lift moderately to heavily

Radio communication proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 position requires some independent decision-making and action.