We are hiring NEMT Companion Drivers who are responsible for delivering transportation, companionship and assistance services, using a company vehicle, to our clients across the Harlingen area.

The NEMT Companion Driver will accompany wheelchair-bound clients as well as ambulatory clients to medical appointments (kidney dialysis, routine doctor visits, pharmacy or lab stops .

and social activities for senior living communities (grocery shopping, sports events, fishing ...).

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver transportation, companionship and assistance services, using a company vehicle, to older adults and patients.
• Assist the clients in-and-out of the vehicle, and if / as needed, with any personal items they may have. That includes going with the clients inside grocery stores or doctor appointments or staying with them on a social activity like attending a sports event or faith-based event.
• Deliver all aspects of the service in a safe and responsible manner. That includes operating the vehicle safely and practicing safe moving techniques
• Assume responsibility for the cleanliness and maintenance of your assigned vehicle

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of driving experience with Multi-person Van / Shuttle Bus
• Minimum 23-years of age
• Prior experience as a Caregiver, EMT, Nurse or NEMT Driver is preferred
• Possess a valid Texas driver's license and clean driving record
• Pass a criminal background check, a DOT 5 panel drug test, and a medical fitness-for-duty clearance
• Posses a CPR / First / AED certification or willing to obtain one.
• Genuine curiosity about people and business and a passion for helping older adults
• Good teamwork mentality : able to build trustworthy and supportive working relationships
• Strong Smartphone / computer skills using a transportation management Driver App is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent

Compensation and Fortune 100-level Benefits

The health, happiness, and financial success of our employees is the basis of our comprehensive and generous benefits program which includes, but is not limited to, the following :

• $13.50 hourly rate
• We provide a company vehicle and pay for the vehicle's expenses (gasoline, insurance, maintenance, tolls ...)
• Customized medical options.
• Infertility support.
• Premium Rx plans.
• Acupuncture (on all Cigna plans).
• Virtual care 24 / 7.
• Rich dental plans with orthodontia.
• Dental rollover program.
• Healthcare and dependent care FSA.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Quality life & disability coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Wellbeing programs (physical, emotional, family, financial).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Commuter transit and parking benefits.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

Envoy America's culture is People-first - clients, companion drivers and employees. While we have an incredible team of hard-working Envoy America team members, at the end of the day, our company is about helping our clients, the older adults stay independent, healthy and socially active, and we expect & celebrate that among our team members.

We encourage everyone to truly bring their whole authentic selves to work. To be transparent. To be non-hierarchical. And, above all, to be a really good person that wants to serve others.

Last updated : 2024-04-23