What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Van Driver (Overnight) - Adams County (51619) position at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery?
Description
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking dedicated Outreach Van Drivers to support overnight transports for individuals in Adams County. In response to increasing transport requests and logistical challenges, we are expanding our team to ensure timely and efficient service. Van Drivers will provide safe and reliable transport for incoming and discharged clients using agency vans. Responsibilities include gathering basic health information, coordinating with pharmacies for client medications, and interacting with law enforcement, hospital personnel, and other community partners. This position primarily supports the Adams County team and will transition to monitoring client treatment progress in a 20-bed clinic once a permanent location is secured. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, adaptable in fast-paced environments, and passionate about serving the community. If you thrive in a role that combines independence, teamwork, and meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.
Requirements:
At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.
Benefits
Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking dedicated Outreach Van Drivers to support overnight transports for individuals in Adams County. In response to increasing transport requests and logistical challenges, we are expanding our team to ensure timely and efficient service. Van Drivers will provide safe and reliable transport for incoming and discharged clients using agency vans. Responsibilities include gathering basic health information, coordinating with pharmacies for client medications, and interacting with law enforcement, hospital personnel, and other community partners. This position primarily supports the Adams County team and will transition to monitoring client treatment progress in a 20-bed clinic once a permanent location is secured. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, adaptable in fast-paced environments, and passionate about serving the community. If you thrive in a role that combines independence, teamwork, and meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.
- $18.87 – $26.13 per hour.
- Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour
- Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour
- Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $2.50/hour
- Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $3.50/hour
- Overnight: Wednesday - Saturday, 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
- Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).
- Respond to requests from contracted and approved agencies outside of organization for transportation of clients.
- Transport admitted clients to hospitals, aftercare or other approved services as directed.
- Monitor and care for persons being transported.
- Assist in maintaining Outreach vehicles.
- Assist in admission/discharge processes and taking vital signs.
- De-escalate clients in crisis situations.
- Maintain telephone contact with base facility and maintain legible and accurate written records.
- Provide professional interface with referral sources to help insure clients are referred appropriately and to maintain good relationships with referral sources.
- Assess clients as to alcohol/drug intoxication, general physical and behavioral health, level of motivation and other pertinent factors and transport to appropriate facility.
- Staff member will complete needed care coordination tasks for their assigned role.
Requirements:
- High school diploma/GED
- Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.
- Entry level position with no specific experience.
- Preferred: Six months prior transporting experience.
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months' of hire.
- Ability to perform or learn to perform basic vehicle maintenance.
At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.
Benefits
- Health insurance: Kaiser
- Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
- Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability coverage*
- 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
- Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary term life insurance
- Short term disability*
- Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more
Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
Salary : $3,000
