Passenger Driver

Driver

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Driver is responsible for operating a company vehicle in transporting residents and staff to community appointments. Performs related support activities including recordkeeping and vehicle maintenance reporting. Responsible for the appropriate supervision of all passengers at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives vehicle to a predetermined destination in a safe manner with particular attention to driving speed, the volume of the radio, and good driving mechanics, etc.
• Maintains vehicle trip logs and inspects the vehicle daily. Turns in logs every week to Operations Manager.
• Reports vehicle maintenance to Operations Manager. Completes vehicle maintenance log ensuring accurate entries.
• Follows safety guidelines and appropriate body mechanics.
• The driver is responsible for any traffic violations while driving the Phoenix House van.
• Communication with the facility will occur every time the driver moves from one location to another via the facility cell phone.
• The driver will maintain the facility Master Trip Scheduling Board and will make entries into the master log.
• Ensures all passengers are properly using their seat belts and is maintaining safe behavior while driving at all times.
• Ensures vehicle cleanliness is maintained at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality over all records and information relative to residents and personnel.
• Documents general information appropriately in the staff communication log.
• Responds appropriately to incidents and problems that arise among the clients in order to de-escalate problems as quickly as possible; uses crisis intervention skills in communicating with clients; assists with containments in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
• Develop positive workplace relationships in accordance with Phoenix House Policy and Procedures with staff and peers by offering appropriate support within a nurturing environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Transport program participants in the company vehicle to scheduled court appearances, doctors' appointments, other off-site appointments, and events.
• Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements and completes all training on time.
• Attends and participates in program and all staff meetings.
• Adheres to and promotes the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others.
• Provides floor coverage when there are no scheduled trips. This will be assigned through the facility manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Class C License required.
• Certification of defensive driving course required.
• Must maintain a valid California Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance, and maintain a safe driving record based on Phoenix House policy.
• Must maintain a valid credential (if required for your position) during your employment.
• Must obtain TB test clearance and update on a yearly basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values: I CARE For Integrity, Collaboration Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking.
• Proficiency in MS Office systems.
• Ability to utilize an electronic healthcare record.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor.
• Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, and treatment modalities.
• Understanding of patient development and family systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible, problem solver, self-directed, customer service-oriented, and collaborative.
• Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds.
• Ability to see details at a distance.
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
• Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to actively engage with clients in a substance abuse and mental health treatment environment Stress tolerance ; working in rural and/or urban environments, participating in client treatment outcomes. Memory and learning ; ability to maintain in a constantly changing environment. Emotional intelligence ; includes crisis intervention. Work environment : travel may be required (varies by location), in-office work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift and move object as much as 25 pounds with or without assistance, can require extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, or being on your feet especially in the clinical and residential settings. May need to participate in outdoor or recreational activities with clients. Occasional repetitive tasks. Ability to conduct First Aid and CPR in the event of an emergency. Required to undergo regular health screenings such as but not limited to TB test, Covid testing, vaccinations, etc.

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