Detox Facility Driver - Caring Transportation Support

Avenues Recovery Center; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D

Long-Term Care

Legal Coverage

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

FSA – Medical

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center in Metairie, LA, is hiring Facility Drivers for our detox and residential programs. You will transport clients safely to admits, discharges, and appointments, collect documents, and assist with warehouse and maintenance duties as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong communication and time-management skills. Experience in the treatment industry is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Current and valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• Dignified, respectable character reflecting recovery principles.
• Extensive knowledge of motor vehicle laws.
• Experience in the treatment industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist with custodial and maintenance duties while not actively engaged in transport.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication skills

Time management

Dignified character

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Avenues Recovery Center in Metairie, LA, is hiring Facility Drivers for our detox and residential programs. You will transport clients safely to admits, discharges, and appointments, collect documents, and assist with warehouse and maintenance duties as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong communication and time-management skills. Experience in the treatment industry is preferred.