Title: PACE Transportation Escort
Schedule: Hours may vary. Typically Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Pay: $15.69 to $19.01 per hour
JOB SUMMARY
The Transportation Escort works in collaboration with the transportation team to accompany participants who need escorts during transportation and/or outside appointments. The job may include assisting with transfers, paperwork, and waiting with participants at appointments. When not escorting participants, they may be tasked with duties in the Day Center. PACE Transportation Escorts will also assist with the organization and implementation of activity programs in the Day Center.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists transportation staff with the loading and unloading of participants from vehicles.
- Accompanies enrollees to medical and other appointments as needed.
- Assists participants with transfers, toileting, and other needs during transportation and at appointments.
- Throughout the day, assists in the day rooms, kitchen, and personal care areas when not escorting.
- Notes changes in participant’s physical or emotional health and communicate this information to the IDT.
- Monitor health status of participants and provide a safe environment.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Regular high school degree or equivalent.
- Experience in caregiving or similar tasks (Highly preferred).
- Experience working with individuals with mental health needs (Preferred).
- Experience working with the frail or elderly population (Preferred).
- Experience in team management, preferably in a geriatric care setting.
- Experience working within an Interdisciplinary Team Model.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.69 - $19.01 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Caregiving: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person