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Transportation DriverVOANS Senior Community Care of Colorado • Orchard City, CO, US
Transportation Driver

Transportation Driver

VOANS Senior Community Care of Colorado • Orchard City, CO, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Come join our awesome team as a Transportation Driver at Senior Community Care of Colorado-Eckert (Delta County).

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Pay : $19.00-$23 per hour based on experience!

Schedule : Fulltime Monday - Friday 7 : 30am - 4 : 30pm with occasional weekends.

Employer / Employee Benefits :

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
  • 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
  • Paid Vacation / Sick Time
  • Employee Referral Program

Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees :

  • Scholarships
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness program
  • Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
  • Short term disability
  • Loan program
  • NEW! NetSpend – Get paid early : Tap into 50% of your earnings after payday.
  • Ministry Program

    • The Transportation Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of Senior Community Care (SCC) participants and communicating any safety issue to the Transportation Manager.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, Valid Driver’s License in state of Colorado.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
  • Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations after having direct participant contact.
  • Must pass background check and drug screening.
  • Able to handle information in a confidential manner at all times.
  • Able to deal professionally and diplomatically with people

    • Preferred Skills :

  • Must have good interpersonal skills.
  • Have a minimum of one year experience in working with the frail and elderly population.
  • Able to read and understand maps and routing information.
  • Knowledge of safety requirements pertaining to the transportation industry.
  • Requires individual who can coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, caregivers, and co-workers.

    • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Responsible for Senior Community Care passengers during transport, providing care in a manner which ensures participant satisfaction.
  • Follows assigned schedule, makes adjustments to meet unanticipated changes, while considering the needs of the participant and requirements of the PACE Center. Communicates these changes to dispatch.
  • Operates equipment safely and in compliance with vehicle licensing regulations.
  • Maintains and completes daily required records i.e., Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections, gasoline purchases.
  • Immediately reports to Transportation Manager, any vehicle or cell phone operating problems, malfunction, or incidents out of the ordinary routine.
  • Transports participants to and from medical / specialist appointments, and activity outings, as requested by the Interdisciplinary Team via the plan of care.
  • Transports meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy, and any other items as deemed necessary for participant.

    • Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success.

    We want our staff to love their job and offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package that support a healthy and active work-life balance. SCCCO is Great Place to Work-Certified now 7 years in a row!

    At VOANS , we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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