Transportation Specialist I PACE Program

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC • Emporia, KS

4d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) team and help older adults get where they need to go safely, comfortably, and with dignity. As a Transportation Specialist III, you’ll be more than a driver you’ll be a lifeline for our participants, ensuring they arrive at appointments, our Day Center, and home with care and compassion.

Requirements

• Valid Kansas or Missouri driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• Current automobile liability insurance.
• Clean driving record meeting insurance standards.
• 25 years of age or older (insurance requirement).
• Ability to pass and maintain DOT physical & drug screen.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs., bend, squat, and assist participants safely.

Nice To Haves

• Prior professional driving experience.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate buses and other vehicles to transport participants between homes, medical facilities, and the Day Center.
• Assist with gurney, wheelchair, and ambulatory transfers including lifting and supporting participants and their medical equipment.
• Support participants in and out of residences and care settings.
• Observe and report changes in participants’ health or behavior.
• Keep vehicles clean, perform pre/post trip inspections, and follow all DOT requirements.
• Assist with light Day Center duties, including meals, supplies, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for transportation needs.

Benefits

• At Midland Care, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that treats every participant like family. You’ll enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and the satisfaction of knowing your work directly improves quality of life for the people we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed