Transportation Specialist | PACE Program

Midland Care Connection Inc; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options for employees

Dental, vision, and prescription drug"

Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday pay

403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan

Uniform Allowance Program

On-site education center for CEU

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Transportation Specialist to drive buses, vans, or cars for PACE participants between homes, appointments, and the Day Center, ensuring safety and timeliness.

Responsibilities include assisting participants with transfers, maintaining vehicle safety, and communicating changes to the care team. The role requires a valid driver’s license (prefer Kansas/Missouri) and the ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Required Kansas or Missouri driver’s license (or ability to obtain one).
• Must pass and maintain a DOT physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Transport participants between homes, medical appointments, and the PACE Day Center safely and on time.
• Assist participants in and out of vehicles and buildings, with wheelchairs or transfers as needed.
• Maintain a supportive and respectful environment during trips, and report schedule changes or issues to the care team.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT physical

Drug screening

Physical ability (lift/bend)

Reliable transportation

Safety awareness

Communication with care team

Customer service

Job description

Midland Care ConnectionMidland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.PACE ProgramThe PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program is designed to help older adults remain safely in their homes rather than entering nursing facilities. It provides complete medical care, rehabilitation, medications, transportation, social services, and supportive therapies—all coordinated by an interdisciplinary care team. Participants receive personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs, along with access to a PACE center for social activities, meals, and clinical services. By integrating medical and supportive care under one program, PACE helps seniors maintain independence, improve quality of life, and continue living in their communities with dignity.Transportation SpecialistEnsures that PACE participants get where they need to go safely, comfortably, and on time. This role involves driving buses, vans, or cars to transport participants between their homes, medical appointments, and the PACE Day Center while observing safety regulations and using proper transfer techniques. You’ll assist participants in and out of vehicles and buildings, help with wheelchairs and ambulatory transfers when needed, and maintain a supportive, respectful environment during trips. Transportation Specialists also help keep vehicles clean and in good working order, perform basic safety checks, and communicate any schedule changes, participant concerns, or vehicle issues to the care team. In some positions, you may also observe and report changes in participants’ health or behavior and support light duties at the Day Center as needed.RequiredValid Kansas or Missouri driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within a specified time frame)Current automobile liability insuranceMotor vehicle record that meets organizational and insurability standardsReliable transportation to and from workAbility to pass and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screeningMust be 25 years of age or older (insurance requirement)Physical ability to assist participants, including bending, lifting, and helping with wheelchair or ambulatory transfersPreferredPrior professional driving experienceExperience working with frail, elderly, or disabled individualsWhat’s in it for you?Health insurance options for employees and dependentsDental, vision, and prescription drug plansFlexible Savings Accounts (FSA)Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You DaysHoliday pay (six holidays per year)403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match providedFree group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU creditsFree Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependentsPaid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizationsUniform Allowance ProgramApply Today!If you enjoy helping others and take pride in providing safe, dependable service, we encourage you to apply. Join a compassionate team dedicated to supporting older adults in staying connected to their care and community. Apply today to begin a rewarding role where your work makes a meaningful difference every day.Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.