Facilities and Transportation Manager, PACE Program, Full-time

HOSPICE SAVANNAH INC•Savannah, GA

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The PACE Facilities and Transportation Manager is a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Under the general supervision of the Executive Director, the Facilities and Transportation Manager plans, organizes, and implements the transportation services of the PACE program. Depending on staffing needs, the Facilities and Transportation Manager may occasionally serve as a Driver.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation required.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Five (5) years of experience in the transportation industry required.
One (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have up-to-date immunizations and vaccines before engaging in participant care.
Have not been convicted of criminal offenses involving Medicaid, Medicare, other health insurance or health care programs, or social services programs under title XX of the Act.
Have not been convicted of criminal offenses pertaining to physical, sexual, drug, or alcohol abuse.
Not excluded from participating in Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Proficiency with MS Office.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills consistent with established Transportation Coordinator competency requirements.
Ability to manage conflict effectively, exercise sound judgement, make timely decisions, and adapt to changing operational needs and priorities.
Sitting for extended periods while driving, as well as standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching overhead to perform maintenance, inspections, and vehicle duties.
Must lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds and assist participants with mobility limitations in and out of vehicles, including maneuvering occupied wheelchairs on lifts and ramps using proper body mechanics and mechanical assistance devices.
Vision, hearing, speech, and manual dexterity sufficient to safely operate a vehicle, use hand and power tools, and communicate with participants, staff, and emergency personnel are required.
Entering participants’ homes and healthcare facilities may involve navigating uneven surfaces, tight spaces, and varying sanitary or environmental conditions.
Exposure to outdoor weather during participant pick-ups, drop-offs, and deliveries.
Exposure to communicable diseases and other potentially infectious materials is possible, and personal protective equipment must be used as directed.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in transportation, logistics, business administration, facilities management, or a related field preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
In the absence of such experience, training will be provided by the PACE program upon hire.
Two (2) years of administrative or supervisory experience in a transportation setting, preferred.
Minimum one (1) year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs, preferred.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a health-related area, preferred.