Transportation Driver- Offering Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN

Michigan Masons; Michigan; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PACE Central Michigan is seeking a Transportation Driver to safely transport participants to and from the Center, assist with boarding, and support overall participant well-being. The role requires vigilance in safety, accurate reporting, and collaboration with the care team.

This position emphasizes compassionate, participant-centered care in a community setting. Responsibilities include maintaining vehicle safety, assisting with appointments, and participating in required trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Michigan Chauffeur's Driver's License.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport participants to and from the Center safely on scheduled days.
• Assist participants when boarding and disembarking from vehicles.
• Maintain and replace supplies in the first aid kit as needed.

Skills

Driving

Patient transport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

TheProgram ofAll-InclusiveCare for theElderly(PACE)is a unique health care model designed to help seniors (participants) stay safely in their home for as long as possible. PACE coordinates and provides or facilitates all medical care for its participants. Services are delivered across various settings, including on site at the PACE center, in the community, and in participant homes.

Why Work at PACE?

At PACE, employees have the opportunity to see the full impact of their efforts. Staffing ratios are much lower, time spent with each participant is much greater, and team collaboration occurs much more frequently than in other care settings. PACE is a very fulfilling health care delivery model for its employees.

Transportation Driver Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Transports participants in a safe manner to and from the Center on each day they are scheduled to attend, in compliance with the MI Department of Motor Vehicle licensing regulations and local statutes.
• Provides physical assistance to each participant when needed as he/she boards and disembarks from the program's vehicles.
• Maintains the first aid kit in the vehicle, replacing supplies as they are used or become outdated.
• Ensures that all passengers wear safety belts and wheelchairs are locked into position.
• Ensures and/or assists the participant with take home supplies.
• Ensures all drivers have met the PACE Central Michigan competency standard.
• Provide escort as needed for outside appointments.
• Maintain vehicle in neat and clean condition anticipating needed mechanical service so appointments can be arranged that are convenient to program operations.
• Immediately reports any vehicle operating problems, malfunctions, or incidents out of the ordinary routine to the transportation supervisor.
• Will observe and report changes in participant's emotional, behavioral, and physical condition to appropriate disciplines and/or supervisor.
• Must care, support, and collaborate with everyone involved in the participant's care including staff and the participant's family using the participant centered care model.
• Participates in required staff meetings and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a Michigan Chauffer's Driver's License.
• CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain upon hire.

PACE Central Michigan is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.