Transportation Coordinator - Jordan Valley Senior Care (JVSC) PACE
Jordan Valley Health · Springfield, MO · 4 days ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
The Transportation Coordinator plans, organizes, and implements transportation services for Jordan Valley Health Senior Care participants. This role may occasionally serve as a Driver depending on staffing needs.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate all scheduling activities related to transportation for Jordan Valley Health Senior Care participants.
- Work with the Interdisciplinary Team, participants, and family members to ensure pick-up and delivery of participants are within acceptable time frames.
- Supervise the activities of the Drivers daily.
- Receive reports regarding participant status and communicate concerns to the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Ensure drive times and participants' time in vehicles during transit are within regulatory requirements.
- Oversee competency requirements and training of Drivers, including body mechanics and use of mechanical assistance to transport participants.
- Occasionally serve as Driver depending on staffing needs and be up to date with Driver competencies and licensure/insurance requirements.
- Cook up all outside service provider transportation arrangements, including proper vehicle maintenance and condition.
- Assure all necessary program records are maintained according to policy.
- Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team: attend staff meetings, take part in participant care planning, and communicate any reported changes in participant condition to team members.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
- Minimum 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
- Valid driver's license.
- BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Defensive driving course required to be taken within 90 days of hire.
- First aid course required to be taken within 90 days of hire.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of special mobility needs and transportation logistics.
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.
- 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.
- Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Hours are flexible and may vary based on departmental needs.