Driver - Per Diem

Wellbridge; Calverton (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cafeteria service

On-site gym/wellness center

Job summary

Wellbridge in Calverton, NY seeks a Driver - Per Diem to provide safe non-medical transport for patients on campus. The role is on-site, with responsibilities to maintain vehicle logs, ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness, and coordinate repairs as needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, CPR/BLS certification, and prior experience in medical/behavioral health settings. Narcan training is noted as a knowledge item, reflecting safety readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must produce and maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with Wellbridge's Driver Criteria Policy.
• Must meet all requirements and standards of Wellbridge's Driver Criteria Policy upon hire and during employment.
• Previous experience working in medical/behavioral health field preferred.
• Narcan training

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical patient transport (NMPT) to and from Wellbridge property.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance log; check vehicle for damage and problems daily, prior to use.
• Operate vehicle in a safe, responsible manner, follow all rules of the road and NYS and Wellbridge regulations; keep the vehicle clean and trash free; schedule vehicle for carwash.
• Immediately notify supervisor when involved in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) or an incident regarding patient pickup, drop off.
• In conjunction with maintenance and security, take vehicle for repairs, routine maintenance, and annual state inspections.
• Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values

Skills

Valid driver's license

CPR/BLS certification

Narcan training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Calverton, NY, US

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center!

Driver - Per Diem. This position is eligible for applicable shift pay differentials.

The Driver will provide safe transport for patients to and from the campus, utilizing campus vehicles.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide non-medical patient transport (NMPT) to and from Wellbridge property.
• Maintain vehicle maintenancelog; check vehicle for damage and problems daily, prior to use.
• Operatevehiclein a safe, responsiblemanner, follow all "rules of the road" and NYS and Wellbridge regulations.Keep the vehicle clean and trash free,schedule vehicle for carwash.
• Immediately notifysupervisor when involved in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) or an incidentregardingpatient pick up, drop off.
• In conjunction with maintenance and security, takes vehicle for repairs, routine maintenance, and annual state inspections.
• Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values

OTHER DUTIES:

This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For patient care needs, this is an on-site role. Ability to operate the vehicle(s) safely, maintain operating and maintenance records. Must be able to remain in a seated stationary position for driving for various durations, and traverse between locations. Repeatedly ascend/descend stairs and frequently lift/carry/move packages/patient belongings up to 50 pounds. Clearly communicate and exchange information related to patient transport.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must produce and maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with Wellbridge's Driver Criteria Policy.
• Must meet all requirements and standards of Wellbridge's Driver Criteria Policy upon hire and during employment.
• Previous experience working in medical/behavioral health field preferred.
• Valid CPR/BLS Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Narcan training

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.