Transporter (Driver)

About LIFE COORDINATED:

Mind body and well-being. Imagine being part of an interdisciplinary care team where your recommendations are revered respected and integrated into the member care plan. Sounds too good to be true... right

MEET LIFE COORDINATED - welcome home.

LIFE COORDINATED is an integrated care company and PACE Program (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) and this is the way we operate. A Transporter is integral to delivering comprehensive and integrated care. We are seeking a Transporter to join our team that wants to be an integral part of an interdisciplinary care team (IDT) changing lives every day. We are passionate and purpose driven to be best-in-class.

Our goal is to help our members live their best life based upon their personal goals.

PACE allows us to invest in the right things to address root cause and environmental factors not just symptoms and resulting medical care.

The role of the Transporter is to provide safe and reliable transportation services for PACE program participants. The Transporter will assist with the overall transportation coordination needs of participants including scheduling rides and communication as part of the interdisciplinary team (IDT).

The capability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to participate in providing transportations services to elderly and frail participants according to the assigned responsibilities of the PACE program standards is required. Responsibilities may include assisting participants with simple activities of daily living (ADLs) in preparation for safe transport.

General
and adheres to the philosophy and goals of (PACE Program).
a quiet and safe environment for clients visitors and staff.
confidentiality of client records reports and discussions.
in formulation and maintenance of (PACE Program) policies and procedures.
in (PACE Program) Committees as requested by the Clinical Services Director.
participates in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings as appropriate.
and participates in scheduled staff meetings and client care meetings as requested.
the Director of Clinical Services in ways and means to establish better accountability of (PACE Program) services to clients and referral sources.
flexibility in schedule and responds to unexpected emergencies and changes in workload to fulfill responsibilities.
supplies and equipment economically.
the Clinical Services Director of unusual incidents.
service delivery problems and uses good judgment in their solution.
professional in appearance and manner in the clinical area; recognizes own limits and seeks help and guidance from the Clinical Services Director as appropriate; responds in a positive manner to constructive criticism; serves as a role model for students and staff members.
serve as a role model for new employees.
other duties as required.

Participant Care
plan and organize assignments in the most efficient manner.
in planning daily transportation routes with the PACE program transportation within the prescribed geographic radius. Participates in planning and coordinating most efficient use of PACE program vehicles.
participants in a safe manner to and from the Center on each day they are scheduled to attend in compliance with Kentucky Department of Motor Vehicle licensing regulations and local statutes.
physical assistance to each participant when needed as he/she boards and disembarks from the programs vehicles.
minor support to participants with ADLs to ensure safe transport.
that emergency medical information is available for those participants being transported.
the first aid kit in the vehicle replacing supplies as they are used of become outdated.
that all participants wear safety (seat) belts and wheelchairs are locked into position.
vehicle in neat and clean condition anticipating needed mechanical service so appointments can be arranged that are convenient to program operations. Keep vehicle maintenance records current; coordinate and schedule routine and episodic vehicle maintenance.
reports to Clinical Services Director any vehicle operating problems malfunctions or incidents out of the ordinary routine.
accurate daily records of number of trips individuals transported miles and gallons of gas. Compiles all necessary information to meet reporting requirements.
participants to and from physician or other medical appointments as requested by the IDT via the care plan.
with program activities by transporting participants to an event as coordinated by the Activities Coordinator.
Quality Management Program through participation in quality studies provision of recommendations for improvement and active participation in performance improvement actions.

Licensure / Certification Requirements

valid Kentucky drivers license with good driving record
CPR Certification

Experience

Required Knowledge Skills and/or Abilities:
least one year professional experience working with elderly and frail populations.
be able to read write and speak the English language and be understood.
be able to always handle information in a confidential manner.
ability to deal professionally and diplomatically with people both in person and on the telephone.
ability to effectively work within an interdisciplinary team.
ability to work effectively with culturally economically and educationally diverse populations.
ability to form positive interpersonal relationships with a wide range of staff and clients.
ability and manual dexterity to perform wheelchair and ambulatory transfers between home and van and Center and van.

Desired or Preferred Knowledge Skills and/or Abilities:
experience working with the elderly is desirable.
to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
to remain flexible adaptable and able to function in stressful situations.
physical and mental health to carry out the responsibilities of the position.