Patient Transportation Driver

Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is a growing psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients throughout our community. Our supportive, team-oriented environment focuses on professional growth, ongoing training, competitive pay, and work‑life balance. We are expanding toward a 46‑bed facility and are excited to grow our team with passionate individuals who are ready to make a difference every day. Position Summary The Mental Health Worker/Driver supports patient care and daily facility operations by providing safe transportation services and maintaining a structured, therapeutic environment. The role involves safely transporting patients to and from appointments, residences, and approved destinations, assisting with meal pickups, and handling basic administrative duties such as answering phones and covering staff breaks. They closely monitor patient behaviors and interactions, ensuring safety and promptly communicating concerns to nursing or leadership staff. Strong communication skills, professionalism, reliability, and a compassionate approach to patient care are essential. The ideal candidate is dependable, attentive, and passionate about supporting both patients and staff in a fast‑paced behavioral healthcare environment. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Education: High School Diploma License: Current Motor Vehicle License with a clean MVR Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years transporting patients in a 10–12 passenger van or similar vehicle. Benefits Challenging and rewarding work environment Excellent staff‑to‑patient ratio Competitive compensation Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan Generous paid time off 401(k) with company match Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Freedom provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Drug Test and Background Investigation All applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a post‑offer drug test and federal background investigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freedom Behavioral