Driver - PACE - Fort Myers - Part Time

Chapters Health • Fort Myers, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Driver position within our PACE program is the primary resource to transport physically limited passengers in our van to varied destinations timely, safely and door to door. This role is crucial for ensuring participants can access necessary services and maintain their independence. The driver will interact with caregivers, community agencies, and contribute to the overall well-being of the participants by providing safe and reliable transportation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Valid Florida Driver's License
• Current auto insurance
• Reliable transportation
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (must include hands-on skills validation)
• Certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
• At least one year experience in transporting handicapped individuals and working with the frail elderly.

Nice To Haves

• Constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies while conducting business with Hope PACE.

Responsibilities

• Direct transportation of physically limited passengers to and from their destinations.
• Transport physically limited passengers to varied destinations both timely, safely and door to door.
• Ensure that the van is in proper working order.
• Report and document maintenance performed.
• Assist passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner.
• Deal with medical equipment and other emergencies that may arise.
• Follow established schedules, adjust schedules to meet unanticipated changes, determine the safest and most efficient pick up and delivery routes.
• Participate as a member of interdisciplinary team.
• Take part in participant care planning and contribute to notations in medical record.
• Report important information to proper staff of Hope PACE daily regarding any changes, progress, or unusual events concerning any participant.
• Participate in the maintenance of a safe, clean and healthful day center environment.
• May assist with patient care in the day health center when not transporting participants.
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers.
• Consistently represents Hope with integrity and professionalism.
• Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job.
• Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service.
• When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor.
• Assist with special projects, as requested.
• All other job duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $16.96 - $25.24
• Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
• Submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED