Job Details

Driver/Transporter

The Driver for PACE will be responsible for providing safe and timely transportation of participants to and from their homes, outside medical appointments, the day center and clinic. This position will also be responsible for the general oversight of the PACE vehicles which include pre and post day inspections, fueling, and cleaning.

What is PACE?

PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors' health so they can live safely in their homes. There are 180 PACE programs, serving more than 80,700 participants in 33 states.

The number of people aged 55+ is increasing in Grand Junction, CO and the demand for eldercare professionals is on the rise.

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Safe Driving Record which must be maintained throughout employment.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must meet and maintain eligibility under the HopeWest driving requirement policy and motor vehicle insurance.
• Experience as a driver preferred.
• Current or obtains Passenger Service and Safety (PASS) Driver Certification, maintains throughout employment
• Adequate computer skills, experience with Microsoft office products.
• Current CPR certification is maintained throughout employment.
• Effectively and respectfully communicate both verbally and in writing in a multitude of situations and settings, including highly emotional interactions.
• Effectively work with and build relationships with others.
• Ability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather, emergencies, etc.).
• Demonstrates excellent body mechanics when handling participants, DME, and equipment.
• Working knowledge of multiple types of assistive devices used by participants.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay structure starting at $19.00-$19.50 per hour, depending on experience and education. Differential pay for weekend shifts.
• Full-time hours, flexible scheduling, work-life balance
• Cigna Health, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the month following start date
• Immediately start accruing PTO and medical leave
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations
• Up to 3% match on 403B retirement
• Employer paid life insurance and EAP
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Additional pay for bilingual fluency
• Tuition reimbursement program

At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!

Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief - one family at a time.

HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

This position will be open until filled.