PACE Driver

Job Description

Description of Primary Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with participants, families, staff, and other agencies and departments.
• Drives a specially equipped van to deliver physically limited persons to varied destinations. Assures that wheelchair lifts and tie-down equipment are properly operated and that participants are delivered to appointments in a timely manner.
• Follows established schedules, adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes, and determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery route.
• Assists participants on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner. Deals with medical equipment and other emergencies that may arise.
• Inspect the van and maintain the vehicle in a clean, orderly, and safe condition. Reports on the need for maintenance.
• Assure all necessary program records are maintained according to policy.
• Observe each participant for any change in physical, mental, emotional, and social functioning and shall report such changes to the licensed nurse.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Assists in the coordination of 24-hour care delivery with assistance from the FHCN Navigation Center.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Description of Primary Attributes

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Physical Demands :

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay Scale :

Min Salary Rate : $21.00

Max Salary Rate : $28.60