What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Driver position at McAlister Institute?
McAlister Institute
1400 N. Johnson Ave Ste. 101
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 442-0277
https://mcalisterinc.org
Post Date: 03/20/2025
Position: Program Driver
Benefits: Excellent Benefits Included
Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $23.00
Position Overview:
The Program Driver is responsible for the transportation of clients in McAlister’s vehicles. They report directly to the Program Manager and play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and timely transport to meetings, appointments, and other client needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Uphold and promote the mission, philosophy, values, and direction of McAlister Institute.
- Transport clients to meetings, appointments, and other scheduled events in a safe and timely manner.
- Maintain accurate vehicle logs, documenting all necessary details.
- Communicate with the supervisor regarding any accidents, damage, or issues with the vehicle.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.
- Maintain a warm, welcoming, clean, and safe environment within the vehicle, ensuring all equipment is in good order.
- Attend all required meetings and training sessions, maintaining up-to-date certifications to ensure service delivery is ethical, culturally competent, gender-responsive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based.
- Adhere to all personnel requirements and policies, including the code of conduct and those outlined in the employee handbook. This includes compliance with dress code, timely reporting, and certification/training requirements.
Qualifications:
- Clean driving record with a minimum of two years driving experience.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain up-to-date records.
- Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Must comply with all agency and contract requirements related to trainings, public health, certifications, and reporting.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings, including references, education verification, a criminal background check with at least one year clear of probation or parole, a drug test, and a TB test.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
McAlister Institute is committed to creating a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by local, state, or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume detailing your experience and interest in working in the field of substance use disorder treatment. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23