Lead Driver, Jordan Valley Senior Care (JVSC) PACE

About the role

Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, the Lead Driver is responsible for the direct transportation of Jordan Valley Health Senior Care participants to and from destinations. This position requires constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with participants, families, staff, and other agencies and departments.
• Drives a specially equipped van to transport physically limited persons to varied destinations.
• Ensures wheelchair lifts and tie-down equipment are properly operated and participants are delivered to appointments in a timely manner.
• Follows established schedules, adjusts for unanticipated changes, and determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes.
• Assists participants on and off the van safely and courteously, handling medical equipment and emergencies as they arise.
• Inspects the van and maintains it in a clean, orderly, and safe condition; reports maintenance needs.
• Ensures all necessary program records are maintained according to policy.
• Observes participants for changes in physical, mental, emotional, or social functioning and reports such changes to the licensed nurse; completes required documentation.
• Assists in the coordination of 24-hour care delivery.
• Conducts orientation and training of new drivers at the direction of the supervisor.
• Attends scheduled driver and training meetings.
• Monitors oxygen inventory for ordering.
• Performs monthly vehicle checks for functionality and safety, recording findings in logbooks.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
• Valid Class E driver’s license.
• BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Defensive driving course required within 90 days of hire.
• First aid course required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare’s Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year.

Health Requirements

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.