Driver

NEXUS FAMILY RECOVERY CENTER • Dallas, TX

53d

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Driver is responsible for transporting clients to and from scheduled appointments.

Requirements

• Current driver’s license and good driving record.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of area streets and roadways.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Willing to learn other duties.
• Good verbal communications skills.
• Understanding of HIPAA Compliance, and Employee/Client Confidentiality.
• Licensed driver 21+ years of age with clean driving record required.
• Experienced in basic map reading.
• CPR certification within 90 days of date of hire.
• Crisis Prevention Training within 90 days of date of hire.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information to consumers, clients, and employees of the organization in one-on-one situations.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Willingness to learn new skills as needed to perform job functions
• Willingness to cross-train with other departments and team members
• Ability to prioritize work, be detail-oriented, and meet timelines
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and function as an integral part of a team with minimal supervision
• Skilled problem solving.
• Effective Time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal communications.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Professionalism, initiative, and personal responsibility.
• Integrity, grace under pressure, and a sense of humor.
• Multi-cultural competence and comfort – ability to work with a diverse team and to work across differences at all levels.
• A belief in the mission of Nexus Family Recovery Center.
• Respects confidentiality always; follows HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines for disclosing information.
• Must be licensed driver with a good and clear driving record.
• Understands and adheres to the agency’s compliance plan and code of conduct.
• Adhere to the agency’s standard policies and procedures.
• Treats all clients, visitors, and co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Takes initiative to help the team and is flexible when asked to assist in other areas.
• Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors even when addressing conflict or stressful situations.
• Demonstrates concern for the overall team and understands how actions affect others.
• Shows a positive attitude and contributes to maintaining an enjoyable and productive work environment.
• Does not engage in any unfavorable behaviors such as rumors, inappropriate conversations, etc.
• Adheres to attendance requirements and utilizes correct procedure for taking time off.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as required.
• Is accountable and shows pride in work; strives to do more than the minimum required.
• Shows initiative and completes work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Acknowledges mistakes and demonstrate a willingness to learn and correct them.
• Demonstrates passion in all work.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities safely with neatness, accuracy, and a degree of excellence promptly.
• Ability to performs assigned duties and responsibilities with neatness, accuracy and a degree of excellence in a timely manner.
• Ability to work to the maximum capacity of all required expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe transportation for clients to and from scheduled appointments as needed.
• Assures van interiors are kept clean.
• Assures that vans have gas for other drivers.
• Reports any maintenance concerns the Director of Operations.
• Maintains all vans by having them serviced on a regular basis.
• Assists Director of Operations in communicating to all staff transportation needs by providing orientation and memos with prior approval of the Director of Operations.
• Assists in the dorm when transportation of clients is not needed under the Supervision of the Recovery Advocates 2 and the Director of Operations.
• Demonstrates regular predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Ensures services delivered as in line with the Nexus Mission and Values
• Other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED