BHT - Client Driver

Avenues Recovery; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid Life and AD&D

LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center in Baton Rouge seeks a BHT Client Driver to support admissions, transportation, meals, and daily operations at our outpatient facility. You will engage with clients to create a warm, supportive environment and help ensure smooth, compliant operations.

You will monitor clients, document incidents, and maintain vehicles and schedules, while upholding all policies. A high school diploma, valid driver's license, and CPR certification are required, with at least one year in

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and CPR certification required.
• If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety required.
• Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of all motor vehicle laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.).
• Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment.
• Monitor clients and enforce all policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff.
• Record and escalation any critical communication/incidents in a timely manner.
• Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.).
• Monitor transportation schedule, safely transporting clients for admit, discharge and appointments as necessary.
• Collect and deliver all external appointment documentation and lab specimens as necessary.
• Engage clients on peer support level during transport, and assist with any luggage.
• Ensure vehicle is well-maintained, fully fueled, and ready for use at all times.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Empathy

Knowledge of motor vehicle laws

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical program and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now hiring a BHT Client Driver for our outpatient treatment facility opening in Baton Rouge, LA!

What You'll Do

• Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)
• Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment
• Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff
• Record and escalation any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner
• Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)
• Monitor transportation schedule, safely transporting clients for admit, discharge and
  appointments as necessary
• Collect and deliver all external appointment documentation and lab specimens as necessary
• Engage clients on peer support level during transport, and assist with any luggage
• Ensure vehicle is well-maintained, fully fueled, and ready for use at all times

What We're Looking For

• High School diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license and CPR certification required
• If in recovery, a minimum one - year period of sustained sobriety required
• Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
• Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
• Dignified character that models recovery principles
• Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred
• Extensive knowledge of all motor vehicle laws

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:

• 401K with employer match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long -Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
• LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
• Legal Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)