Transportation Coordinator - Jordan Valley Senior Care (JVSC) PACE in Springfield, Missouri at Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc.

About Jordan Valley Health:

Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Center Manager, the Transportation Coordinator plans, organizes, and implements the transportation services of the Jordan Valley Senior Care program. May occasionally serve as a Driver depending on staffing needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate all scheduling activities related to transportation for Jordan Valley Health Senior Care participants. Work with Interdisciplinary Team, participants, and family members to ensure pick-up and delivery of participants are within acceptable time frames.
• Supervise the activities of the Drivers daily. Receive reports regarding participant status and communicate concerns to Interdisciplinary Team.
• Ensure drive times and participants’ time in vehicles during transit are within regulatory requirements.
• Oversee competency requirements and training of Drivers, including body mechanics and use of mechanical assistance to transport participants.
• Occasionally serve as Driver depending on staffing needs and be up to date with Driver competencies and licensure/insurance requirements.
• Coordinate all outside service provider transportation arrangements, including proper vehicle maintenance and condition.
• Assure all necessary program records are maintained according to policy.
• Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team: attend staff meetings, take part in participant care planning, and communicate any reported changes in participant condition to team members.

Benefits Overview:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.

Holidays:

• Nine paid holidays per year.

Health Requirements:

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVH career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs.
• Valid driver's license.
• BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Defensive driving course required to be taken within 90 days of hire.
• First aid course required to be taken within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.