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Driver / Non CDL - Full Time $17-18 per hour
Beacon of LIFE’s mission is to provide the newest healthcare and social service choices for elders living in Monmouth County and Ocean County. The Beacon of LIFE center was established to deliver PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) services. The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in the community whenever possible.
We are currently looking for Full-Time Drivers to join our Transportation team. Full-Time position include a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, PTO, 401k and tuition reimbursement.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Transportation Supervisor is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of PACE participants. This includes transport of participants, meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy, and any other transportation as deemed necessary. Responsible for overall cleanliness and safety of the vehicle assigned daily. Responsible for communicating any safety issue to the Transportation Supervisor.
Basic Qualifications:
Education/Training/Certifications:
New Jersey driver’s license
Safe driving record
Driving Experience minimum 1 year
Skill(s):
- Able to read and understand maps and routing information to navigate within the PACE service area.
- Able to always handle information in a confidential manner.
- Able to deal professionally and diplomatically with people. Must have good interpersonal skills.
- Experienced in transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
- Must be flexible and able to function in stressful situations.
- Knowledge of safety requirements pertaining to the transportation industry.
- Requires individual who can coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, caregivers, and co-workers.
- Proficient in identifying and recommending problem resolution.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Experience working with transportation software scheduling program.
- Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly
Driving Experience minimum 1 year
Beacon of LIFE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
