PACE Transportation Driver

Appalachian Agency For Senior Citizens Inc • Bristol, VA

11h • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Mount Rogers PACE is seeking competent and talented Personal Care Aides (PCA's) to join our amazing team as we deliver quality home care to clients in the Bristol and Marion locations.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol test, criminal background check and agency driving test.
• One (1) year experience with the elderly.
• Training required, including but not limited to passenger assistance, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), First Aid, CPR, wheelchair lift operations, etc.
• Moderate to heavy lifting required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience preferred.
• CDL license preferred with passenger endorsement.
• Use of radio communication equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants (in wheelchairs or on stretchers) to various destinations by agency vehicle.
• Provide needed participants assistance on and off vehicles.
• Be alert to participants needs and operate the vehicle in a safe manner.
• Deal professionally with health care personnel and participants with chronic illnesses who may be disabled physically and/or cognitively.
• Provide necessary services as authorized by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED