Transportation Manager

ZipRecruiter; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health service organization seeks a motivated Transportation Manager to oversee and coordinate transportation services for senior health clients. This role involves managing a team, planning routes, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and providing high-quality service to enhance the wellbeing of frail seniors. Applicants should possess substantial management experience in a transportation setting, along with a valid driver's license and a passion for working with the elderly.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

403(b) Plan

Paid Holidays

CME (Continuing Medical Education)

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years management experience required.
• 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
• Experience with the frail or elderly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates scheduled transportation for participants.
• Supervises drivers and provides necessary training.
• Ensures adherence to transportation policies and vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Management

Coordination

Transportation Planning

Communication

Safety Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

About Piedmont Health Services

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 54 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 10 Community Health Centers, two PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Senior Care facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee.

What is PACE?

At Piedmont Health Senior Care, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors in our community through our Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). We help seniors maintain their independence and continue living at home for as long as possible. We achieve this by offering comprehensive, personalized healthcare and related services, all tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of each senior we serve.

Our approach is unlike any other healthcare plan! PACE emphasizes a participant-centered strategy, focusing on providing the right care and services that best support each participant's unique needs and goals. We integrate and coordinate all aspects of care, leveraging a team of dedicated doctors, nurses, therapists, dieticians, and other specialized professionals who work together as a care team to manage and address the complete health needs of each.

Job Title - Transportation Manager

Department - Transportation

Reports to - PACE Site Director

Benefits -

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term )
• 403(b) Plan
• Paid Holidays
• CME (Continuing Medical Education)

About Position: The primary responsibility of the Transportation Manager is plan, organize, and implement transportation services of the Adult Day Health Center serving frail seniors.

• Work Location: 163 Chatham Business Dr, Pittsboro, NC 27312
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Subject to vary depending on need of department)
• Travel: Yes

Duties/ Responsibilities -

• Plans and coordinates all schedule transportation for PHSC participants.
• Responsible for coordination of all outside service providers of transportation.
• Serves as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team
• Conducts transportation assessments for new enrollees and reassessments according to the care plan’s schedule.
• Serves as backup driver on PHSC vehicles (vans and cars).
• Supervises drivers.
• Provides initial and ongoing training of drivers per the transportation training and safety manual.
• Reviews and verifies all bills for services provided by outside contractors.
• Assures all necessary program records are maintained according to policy.
• Ensures adherence to transportation policies and procedures.
• Oversees vehicle maintenance, repairs and purchasing.

Qualifications -

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Preference for supervisory experience in transportation services.

Required:

• At least 3 years management experience required, and 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.

: One year of experience with the frail or elderly .

Current/valid License: Valid NC Driver’s License and safe driving record. Upon employment, defensive driving course, first aide and CPR are required.

Immunizations: Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date prior to beginning employment.

Pay Range: $50,306 - $67,607

EEO STATEMENT
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