Compassionate Elderly Transportation Driver - Full-Time

• Location 904 AVENUE O,Lubbock, TX, 79401,United States
• Base Pay $15.00 - $17.25 / Hour
• Job Category Employee
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 50%
• Manage Others No

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Star Care Specialty Health System (Star Care) is seeking a full-time Transportation Driver to join its outstanding team at Silver Star supporting the region's frail and elderly populations.

• Providing transportation services to assigned participants, including assisting participants with travel to/from home to scheduled appointments, community and special events, and other assigned outings.
• Must be able to assist individuals with ADL’s/IADL’s, which includes but is not limited to grooming, bathing, completing meals, and general housekeeping.

This is a full-time/non-exempt position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with flexibility to meet customer and program needs outside these hours sometimes to equal a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Star Care offers an expansive benefit package including but not limited to:
Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent with at least one year experience with the frail or elderly population.
• Must be able to travel within Lubbock County using Star Care vehicle and/or using personal vehicle with reimbursement according to Center guidelines with one year of driving experience preferred.

• Must m eet the standardized set of competencies for the specific position description before working independently and be medically cleared of communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.
• Must be effectively able to communicate, orally, in English, and be able to write legibly, professionally and accurately in English.
• Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment (phone, fax, copier, etc.) and personal computer with Microsoft Office products is required.

• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have a Texas driver's license, an excellent driving record, state-required auto liability insurance ,and be insurable under the Agency's insurance.

Good Driving Record

1 Year Experience w/ Disabled and/or Elderly

Welcome to Star Care Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At Star Care, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose Star Care:

• Impactful
  
  Purpose:
  
  Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
• Comprehensive Care:
  Star Care offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Star Care is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
• Professional Growth :
  Star Care offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
• Legacy of Service:
  Since 1967, Star Care has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.

At Star Care Specialty Health System, your work is not a job. It's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community.
Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!

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