Patient Driver - Erie, PA

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Erie, PA

About The Position

The Patient Driver transports clients to appointments in agency vehicles, picks up prospective clients, and transports clients between agency sites. The role includes coordinating vehicle maintenance and repairs, keeping vehicles clean, checking vehicle equipment, and completing routine written vehicle inspections. The driver works with facility staff, the supervisor, and Risk Management to ensure transportation needs are met and to report vehicle accidents or incidents. When not driving clients, the employee assists with routine facility duties as needed and as directed by the Division Director. Work is performed under established regulations, policies, and procedures, with significant initiative and independent judgment expected. Gaudenzia’s mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Ability to work effectively with clients and help them adjust to their specific problems.
Basic knowledge of drug and alcohol addiction.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
Knowledge of vehicle care and maintenance or a particular skill area relevant to the role.
Knowledge of the general area and ability to use GPS systems.
Ability to work various shifts.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Transport clients to appointments in agency vehicles, pick up prospective clients, and transport clients among agency sites.
Coordinate regular agency vehicle maintenance with the supervisor, including oil changes, inspections, and other maintenance.
Arrange for repairs to body damage on agency vehicles.
Clean the inside of vehicles with cleaning supplies before each pickup and after each client drop-off.
Ensure vehicle equipment, including dispatching hardware and software, is functioning properly.
Work with facility staff to ensure transportation needs are met.
Perform written vehicle inspections routinely as determined by the supervisor.
Work with the Risk Management Department and supervisor to report vehicle accidents or incidents in the region.
Treat clients and staff with dignity and respect.
Assist with routine facility duties when not driving clients, as needed and at the direction of the Division Director.
Perform duties in accordance with established regulations, policies, and procedures, exercising initiative and independent judgment.