Care Guide Partners PACE is a part of Hosparus Health. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, we work to empower people 55 and older with the support they need to stay in the homes they know and love as they age. PACE helps seniors who need nursing home-level care maintain their independence by providing all the medical care and support services they need to continue living comfortably and safely at home.
Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8am-4pm
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the PACE Transportation Coordinator, the PACE Driver is responsible for the direct transportation of PACE participants to and from their destinations including, but not limited to, transportation to/from the center/day clinic and to/from appointments related to approved PACE covered services. The driver has continuous interaction with participants, caregivers/families and community agencies and plays an integral part in communicating changes in participants to the PACE Transportation Coordinator for input to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
Position Qualifications: ▪ High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. ▪ 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs. ▪ Minimum 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population or must receive appropriate training upon hire. ▪ Able to work positively in a diverse and stressful environment. ▪ Must have, or willing to obtain, first aid training. ▪ Must maintain CPR certification. ▪ Must have a valid driver’s license in accordance with policy with proof of automobile insurance required. ▪ Knowledge of safety and infection control requirements for a healthcare environment. ▪ Knowledge of automobile and medical equipment use and maintenance. ▪ Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Care Guide Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws
