Van Driver

Description

The position is responsible for providing patients with transportation to and from group counseling (mental health therapy) services. Candidate will transport the patient to/from their residence to the IOP, assist with physical aspects of care including walking, serving lunch and basic hygiene.

RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Safely transport patients from their residence to the IOP (and back)
• Perform daily maintenance inspection and complete service log prior to departure each day
• Identify needs for vehicle service and repair and notify team lead or manager
• Accurately complete and sign transportation log daily.
• Utilize 4-point wheelchair restraints and seatbelts to safely secure all patients
• Assist with patient toileting and encourage appropriate hand hygiene
• Assist with serving patient lunch and snack break
• Orient and train new team members on departmental policies and procedures
• Implement DRH standards of behavior and exhibit behavior consistent with DRH core values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Manager/Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to safely operate a large motor vehicle. Ability to effectively communicate with team members and patients. Ability to follow applicable regulations, policies and/or procedures. Ability to work independently and remain flexible to quickly adapt to urgent situations. Basic computer skills

FOR THOSE REQUIRING RESPIRATOR/FIT TESTING: This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma, GED or work related experience.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Current driver’s license in the state of Oklahoma. CDL preferred but not required. CNA preferred but not required.

Safety-Sensitive Position - This is a “Safety-Sensitive” Position as defined by Oklahoma law.  As such, please be advised that applicants for this position cannot test positive in pre-employment drug tests (or any drug tests administered after employment begins) for the presence of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive component of cannabis.  This is true even if the applicant is in possession of a valid medical marijuana card that otherwise allows the license-holder to legally use and consume medical marijuana. Team Members in “Safety-Sensitive” positions are not permitted to test positive for the presence of THC in any pre-employment drug test, or any other drug test administered after employment begins.  This information is provided to applicants as a resource to the application process.  This is not a request for any applicant to disclose personal medical information during the application process. If you have any questions about the information in this disclaimer please direct these questions to a member of Human Resources.

 This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.

As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy.  Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.