Outpatient Driver
About The Position
The Outpatient Driver works under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services and/or Outpatient Director. The primary role is to fulfill patient care by working collaboratively with the patient and treatment team to allow patients access to care that is within the allowable limits for transportation to and from programming. The van driver will be required to travel outside of the building for work related purposes, develop transportation routes, and engage in professional interactions with patients, families and possible referral sources/community partners. Documentation of these services will be required in accordance with necessary State, Joint Commission, and/or CARF accreditations. Must complete all safety and education courses required to maintain employment
Requirements
- 21 years or older
- Minimum High School diploma or GED
- One (1) year of experience in health care field
- State Driver’s License in good standing without infractions
- CPR (within 30 days of employment)
- Handle with Care (within 30 days of employment)
- Food Safe Certification
- Professional, courteous, and respectful interpersonal communication skills with patients, families, and other staff
- Accountability, compliance, and teamwork
- May be required to work flexible hours and overtime
Nice To Haves
- Higher education preferred in the human services field, but not required
- Completion of additional age specific training within 30 days of employment as required
- Experience working with severe and persistent mental illness, trauma, and co-occurring substance use disorders preferred
- Experience developing efficient transportation routes and arriving timely preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop transportation routes
- Engage in professional interactions with patients, families and possible referral sources/community partners
- Documentation of services in accordance with necessary State, Joint Commission, and/or CARF accreditations
- Complete all safety and education courses required to maintain employment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
