Driver - Per Diem
About The Position
At WelbeHealth, we serve our communities’ most vulnerable seniors through shared intention, pioneering spirit, and the courage to love. These core values and our participant-focus lead the way no matter what. Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, Drivers safely transport participants to and from their destinations, all while creating genuine, positive connections. Drivers perform thorough pre-trip inspections and ensure vehicles are fully stocked with emergency supplies, ensuring each ride is safe. Drivers receive structured training, follow straightforward procedures, and effectively communicate with dispatch and leadership. This role is different because Drivers at WelbeHealth: Make a meaningful impact - every ride, interaction, and on-time arrival strengthens participant dignity, comfort, confidence, and connection to whole-person care Work as a team - drivers, dispatch, supervisors, and clinics stay aligned Grow through learning - ongoing training builds skills to strengthen professional development, as well as service to participants and team members We care about our team members. That’s why we offer: 401K savings + match 1 hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency; one (1) year of experience may be substituted in lieu of education
- Current valid state driver’s license and copy of recent vehicle insurance required
- Must have driver’s license for at least five (5) years with no more than one (1) moving violation or one (1) at-fault accident in the last three (3) years
- Availability to work a variable schedule is required; shift assignments are determined by operational needs and may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be comfortable using technology
- Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter
- proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment
Nice To Haves
- Experience in non-emergency transportation or public transportation preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred
- patient transport and/or exceptional customer service experience
Responsibilities
- Adhere to an assigned schedule of transporting PACE participants, ensuring high customer satisfaction
- Follow all traffic and safety regulations while operating vehicles
- Conduct comprehensive pre-inspections on assigned vehicles, including lift vans, ADA accessible minibuses, and ambulatory vehicles prior to the start of each shift
- Assist participants getting in and out of vehicles, as well as transferring participants in and out of wheelchairs
- Remain alert to pertinent input from other team members, participants, and caregivers, and promptly update the Transportation Supervisor of any changes in a participant’s condition or psychosocial status
Benefits
- 401K savings + match
- 1 hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
