What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Driver position at Hickory Recovery?
Transportation Driver – Hickory Treatment Centers at Longview
Department: Behavioral
Direct Report to: BHT Manager
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
About the Role:
- Under the immediate supervision of the BHT Manager, the Transportation Tech is responsible for daily transportation throughout the community we serve to and from referral partners
- The Transportation Tech is an integral member of the client discharge team, responsible for daily transportation. of clients as assigned. When not transporting clients, the Transporation Tech will serve as a Behavioral Health Technician on the floor.
Why Hickory Recovery?
Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on
- Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
- Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment
Our Mission is to provide high quality, acute care to adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.
What We Offer:
- 401k
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- PTO
- Vision insurance
- Career development
- Mental health days
- Holiday pay
Job Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Two or more years of service or sales experience
- An excellent driving record is required.
- Understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
- Must maintain a positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients and staff.
- Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, and exercise time management skills.
- Completion of CPR and HWC prior to working the floor
- Schedule flexibility may be required to accommodate clients.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transports clients to and from facility upon intake and discharge
- Verifies client information and completes all demographics in accurate and timely manner.
- Speaks with prospective clients and completes appropriate pre-admission forms.
- Maintains a safe environment for clients, self, and co-workers.
- Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly
- Maintains confidential files and materials as directed, maintains professional boundaries.
- Fuel vehicles as needed.
- Monitor and report any noted repair needs and hazardous situations immediately.
- Follows all expectations as written in transportation policy / safe driving practice.
- Adheres to DMHA and Life Safety Code
- Adheres to Joint Commission Requirements
- Monitors HIPAA compliance
- Ensures OSHA and employee illness or injury procedures are followed.
- Ensures the department is adequately staffed by using various recruiting methods.
- Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and regulatory laws.
- Audits the EMR for patients to ensure timely & accurate nursing documentation.
- Looks for performance opportunities and ensures PI activities are ongoing.
- Activates the Emergency Management Plan when conditions require
- Reports unsafe conditions to Executive Leadership
- Performs appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift.
- Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.
- Complete all required reports in a timely and accurate manner.
