Driver - PRN

Creekside Behavioral Health; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A mental health care facility in Kingsport, TN, is seeking a Driver - PRN responsible for safely transporting patients to various appointments and activities. This role requires a valid state driver's license and offers part-time hours in an inclusive environment. Candidates with relevant experience in a behavioral facility are preferred.

Qualifications

• One or more years of relevant work experience in a behavioral facility preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license in good standing.
• One or more years of relevant work experience in a behavioral facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles to transport patients for various needs in a punctual manner.
• Transport visitors or staff as required.
• Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts before starting the vehicle.
• Supervise and monitor clients during transportation, adhering to safety policies.
• Document in client records and provide verbal reports to the next shift.
• Document in client records and provide verbal reports to the next shift.
• Respond to 'on call' schedules and complete transportation documentation accurately.
• Maintain vehicle logs, report maintenance issues, and keep vehicles clean and functional.
• Assist in behavioral events within the unit when needed.
• Drive facility vehicles for supplies or equipment pickup.

Skills

Safe driving

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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About the Job:

The Driver is responsible for coordinating and safely transporting patients to and from facility programming, including appointments, activity trips, airport shuttle service, and other special events, in a punctual and timely manner. The role also involves monitoring and reporting patient behaviors, crisis situations, and medical emergencies as part of the multidisciplinary team. Additionally, the Driver may transport visitors or staff as needed.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Drive company vehicles to transport patients for various needs in a punctual manner.
• Transport visitors or staff as required.
• Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts before starting the vehicle.
• Supervise and monitor clients during transportation, adhering to safety policies and resolving issues as necessary.
• Model positive behaviors, effective communication, and conflict resolution; promote open communication.
• Document in client records and provide verbal reports to the next shift.
• Respond to 'on call' schedules and complete transportation documentation accurately.
• Maintain vehicle logs, report maintenance issues, and keep vehicles clean and functional.
• Assist in behavioral events within the unit when needed.
• Drive facility vehicles for supplies or equipment pickup.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state driver’s license in good standing.
• One or more years of relevant work experience in a behavioral facility preferred.

Why Creekside Behavioral Health?

We offer comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary based on experience, and an inclusive environment. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply, as we value the strengths of the military community.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Mental Health Care