Transportation Specialist

The GateHouse exists to transform and encourage a life of recovery by providing community-centered, accredited services.
We are looking for individuals who will help support and grow the mission and vision of the organization.
The GateHouse believes in our values and walking *BESIDE* one another on the path of restoring the human spirit through recovery.
BESIDE- Be Impactful, Empowerment, Stewardship, Integrity, Diversity, and Empathy *Position: Part-Time Transportation Driver* *Schedule: Part-Time, Flexible, Non-exempt; approximately 12-15 hours per week* \*\*\*Ability to cross train as Recovery Support for additional hours\*\*\* *Summary Statement:* This driver position has a focus on client transportation, and includes time spent overseeing GateHouse clients and coordinating transportation.
Responsible for providing first responder coverage in the event of an emergency involving the clients.
The Driver offers a positive relationship, sets a good example, communicates an attitude of concern, listens, and displays a real belief in the GateHouse philosophy.
*Duties and Responsibilities:* 1.
Coordinate transportation by driving clients to and from appointments, meetings, and other community functions, as directed by the Clinical Directors.
2.
Help transport to recreational activities in accordance with the GateHouse structure.
3.
Enforce Gate House Guidelines and administer appropriate discipline for guideline violations such as issuing verbal and/or written warnings.
4.
Report Critical Incidents in accordance with policy.
*Qualifications:* 1.
If a person in recovery, minimum abstinence of one year.
2.
Experience with therapeutic environment is mandatory.
Must be familiar with drug and alcohol treatment programs.
3.
Must be an approved driver by H.
E.
A.
R.
Inc.
’s insurance company.
4.
Must complete all required training in accordance with DDAP and CARF regulations.
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* 1.
Must be able to communicate with staff on all levels, especially the on call staff.
2.
Must be able to climb stairs.
3.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
4.
Must have knowledge of persons served.
5.
Must be able to drive a passenger van and coordinate client transportation requests with relevant staff members, as requested by the Clinical Supervisors.
Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $16.
00 per hour Benefits: * Flexible schedule Schedule: * Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): * What makes you want to work at the GateHouse? Experience: * Van driver: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License for the Past 3 years (Required) Work Location: In person