Driver

Driver Position at Woodland Recovery Center

Woodland Recovery Center provides evidence-based, multi-level care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our mission is to support our patients as they achieve their recovery and wellness goals through our inpatient and outpatient treatment programs. Families and communities throughout Mississippi and beyond can find hope and healing through the care offered at Woodland Recovery Center.

We are seeking a driver to add to our dynamic team! The driver at Woodland Recovery Center is responsible for the safe transportation of our patients throughout the duration of their treatment, from initial pickup point until the time of discharge. This may include individual or group trips to central locations for outings such as appointments and meetings. This job requires a flexible schedule, as our facility accepts patients 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe and efficient manner
• Pick-up and drop-off patients at airports or other locations, up to 10 hours round-trip
• Navigate to various locations, in all weather conditions, and be quick to reroute through unexpected circumstances, as needed
• Transport patients during treatment to different locations based on program participation, clinical requirements, or medical necessity
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, accurate inspections, and patient transportation logs daily
• Exhibit positive and professional demeanor when greeting and interacting with patients
• Practice de-escalation tactics as needed
• Ensure safety regulations are met, and vehicles are equipped with required safety kit
• Communicate with cross-functional teams regarding updates on patient status
• Complete regular training and assessments as assigned
• Maintain courteous and professional behavior and appearance

Education & Experience

• Valid state-issued driver's license required
• Must have had a clean driving record for at least the past 3 years, and no DUI's or reckless driving charges in the past 7 years
• Must present driver's license and personal insurance identification card for verification
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of driving experience preferred
• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Must have CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to get certified
• Must be able to operate a smartphone to send mobile email updates
• Must be insurable on company vehicle liability insurance
• Ability to read and interpret written information
• Must have outstanding communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high energy
• Flexibility with schedule, including availability to work on-call, nights, and weekends
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check

Certifications/Licenses/Registration

• Valid state-issued driver's license with clean driving record for at least the past 3 years, and no DUI's or reckless driving charges in the past 7 years

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods (5+ consecutive hours)
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch

Work Environment

• Travel Required
• Work environment is climate controlled with regular exposure to outside weather conditions