Transportation - PACE Driver

Care Guide Partners; Elizabethtown, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Guide Partners is seeking a PRN Transportation Coordinator/Driver to provide safe, reliable transport for participants to centers, clinics, and appointments. You will interact with participants, families, and community partners, and relay changes to the IDT as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of mobility transport experience, a valid driver's license with insurance, and CPR and first aid training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
• Must have valid driver’s license with proof of automobile insurance.
• Must maintain CPR certification.
• Must have or be willing to obtain first aid training.

Responsibilities

• Transport PACE participants to and from center/day clinic and appointments.
• Interact with participants, caregivers/families, and community agencies; communicate changes to the PACE Transportation Coordinator for IDT input.

Skills

Clear communication

CPR certification

First aid training

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: PRN (as needed)

PACE Transportation Coordinator/Driver Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the PACE Transportation Coordinator, the PACE Driver is responsible for the direct transportation of PACE participants to and from their destinations including, but not limited to, transportation to/from the center/day clinic and to/from appointments related to approved PACE covered services. The driver has continuous interaction with participants, caregivers/families and community agencies and plays an integral part in communicating changes in participants to the PACE Transportation Coordinator for input to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.


• 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.


• Minimum 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population or must receive appropriate training upon hire.


• Able to work positively in a diverse and stressful environment.


• Must have, or willing to obtain, first aid training.


• Must maintain CPR certification.


• Must have a valid driver’s license in accordance with policy with proof of automobile insurance required.


• Knowledge of safety and infection control requirements for a healthcare environment.


• Knowledge of automobile and medical equipment use and maintenance.


• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.