Driver

CNS Healthcare; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement plan with match

PTO 18 days

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

CNS Healthcare is seeking a Driver to support our community with safe, timely transportation for individuals served. You will operate wheelchair lifts, assist clients in and out of vehicles, and follow daily schedules across diverse destinations.

A valid Michigan license and a good driving record are required, with at least one year in transportation services. We offer a robust benefits package and a total rewards program to support employees and their families, plus paid holidays and PTO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of transportation services experience.
• Valid Michigan Operator or CDL license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Performs driving duties and related clerical tasks.
• Review daily schedule and assist fellow drivers when available.
• Drive to destinations as scheduled and notify staff if delays occur.
• Adhere to Michigan laws and posted speed limits.
• Assist clients in and out of the van and operate the wheelchair lift.
• Maintain vehicle fluids and provide weekly reports to supervisor.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Michigan license

CDL (Driver's) license

Excellent driving record

Wheelchair lift operation

Computer proficiency (MS Office)

Team oriented

Excellent communication

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What We Are Looking For

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. Our team of Drivers provides transportation services to the individuals that we serve to various destinations throughout the day.

What We Are Looking For

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. Our team of Drivers provides transportation services to the individuals that we serve to various destinations throughout the day.

Compensation Range

The starting pay for this position is $17.20 - $19.60 per hour and final offered rate is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

What’s In It For You

As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones. We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more!

• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
• Generous PTO program starting at 18 days annually
• 16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more

Interested in learning more about this role?

Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!

Essential Functions

• Performs driving duties, other miscellaneous clerical and office duties
• Reviews daily schedule and helps fellow drivers when not busy.
• Drives to and arrives at destinations as scheduled.
• Notifies agency staff and consumer when running late.
• Participate in and promote departmental and agency quality improvement initiatives.
• Contacts consumer and agency in the event of a delay through the use of the company phone.
• Maintains a helpful and courteous attitude when interacting with consumers, visitors, and agency personnel.
• Adheres to the posted speed limits and all State of Michigan laws that apply to motor vehicles.
• Assists clients in and out of the van.
• Maneuvers wheelchairs on and off the van lift.
• Maintains and checks the fluid/gasoline levels in all vehicles.
• Provides weekly reports to the department supervisor.
• Performs miscellaneous clerical and office duties as assigned when not driving.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A minimum of 1 year of transportation services experience
• Valid Michigan Operator or CDL (Driver's) license
• Reliable transportation with proof of insurance
• Must have an excellent driving record
  • No more than 1 moving violation within the past 12 months
  • No operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated or impaired by consumption due to alcohol or illegal drugs within the past 8 years
  • No suspended, revoked, or expired license within the past 5 years
  • No more than 2 points on current driving record
• Ability to use a wheelchair lift
• Intermediate level experience with computers and Microsoft office products
• Ability to work closely with persons with mental or physical limitations.
• Ability to drive safely in all types of weather and road conditions
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and courteously
• Ability to use discretion and judgement when handling matters of a sensitive or confidential nature
• Intermediate time management, problem solving, customer service, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Intermediate collaboration and team working skills
• Ability to be forward thinking and take initiative to accomplish goals and objectives of the department

About CNS Healthcare

CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in SE… CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually.

CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations, and uses a patient-centered approach to identify, support, and promote the overall health of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.

Visit our website to learn more about our mission, vision, and values!