PACE Bus Driver (Riverside)

Neighborhood Healthcare•Riverside, CA

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About The Position

The PACE Bus Driver provides safe, timely transportation for PACE participants to and from the day center, medical facilities, and scheduled outings. The driver supports participants when boarding and exiting vehicles, including those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids, and escorts them to and from buildings when needed. The role also communicates participant-related information and concerns to the multidisciplinary team and contributes to participants’ care, satisfaction, and retention. The driver operates and maintains a passenger vehicle, plans and adjusts routes and schedules, completes inspections and records, and follows applicable traffic, vehicle, safety, infection-control, and confidentiality requirements. Additional duties include delivering medications and supplies, reporting incidents and maintenance needs, and participating in required training and meetings. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and may vary based on business needs.

Requirements

Valid California Class A, B, or C commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
Clean driving record, free from major infractions including DUI, negligent or reckless driving, or excessive minor infractions and convictions.
Successful completion of defensive driving and passenger assistance training courses within three months of hire.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire and maintained as a condition of employment; training must follow AHA guidelines or recognized equivalent standards.
Current CPR and First Aid certification as required for PACE employees; First Aid training is provided at onboarding and must be renewed annually.
Ability to safely operate a wheelchair-accessible van or vehicle.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including composition, typing, and proofreading.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong planning and organizational ability.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to handle highly confidential information professionally and ethically.
Ability to lift or carry 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
Ability to follow safety procedures, infection-control procedures, and blood-borne pathogen protocols.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Two years of medical, ADA, pupil, and/or elderly transportation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate a 12-passenger bus safely in accordance with traffic laws, vehicle licensing regulations, and Neighborhood Healthcare policies.
Transport participants to and from the day center, medical facilities, and scheduled outings in a timely and competent manner.
Assist participants with boarding and exiting vehicles, including one-person transfers and assistance for people using walkers or wheelchairs; escort participants to and from buildings when necessary.
Follow established schedules, adjust to unanticipated changes, determine safe and efficient routes according to participant and clinic needs, and maintain a narrative of routes.
Report participant or caregiver requests for changes to pick-up or drop-off locations.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections; keep the vehicle clean, safe, and fueled; and report maintenance or repair needs.
Maintain passenger and mileage logs, service records, gasoline purchase records, and other standard documentation.
Promptly report participant-related concerns observed at home or on the bus and write progress notes as required.
Deliver medications and other supplies to participants.
Communicate courteously and effectively with participants, caregivers, and team members while maintaining participant confidentiality and privacy.
Report accidents and incidents to the appropriate supervisor or staff immediately.
Follow safety and infection-control procedures, maintain emergency cleanup kits, attend safety in-services, and offer guidance or assistance when staff are working unsafely.
Participate in required training and meetings.
Follow the organization’s safety procedures, use appropriate body mechanics, know the locations of fire extinguishers and emergency exits, and report injuries or unsafe conditions.
Maintain privacy of patient, employee, and volunteer information; access confidential information only when needed for business purposes; and report unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful activity.