Patient Transport & Facility Driver — Caring & Reliable

Avenues Recovery Center; Fort Wayne (IN); 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 Insurance

Legal Coverage

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

FSA - Medical

DCF

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a transportation assistant to support admit/discharge transportation and transport-related duties. The role includes documenting and delivering appointment materials, assisting clients, and helping with vehicle upkeep.

Responsibilities also cover light custodial and maintenance tasks when not transporting clients. A valid driver’s license and experience in care settings are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred.
• Current and valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• Dignified, respectable character which reflects recovery principles.
• Extensive knowledge of all motor vehicle laws.

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

Communication skills

Time management

Professionalism

Knowledge of motor vehicle laws

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Avenues Recovery Center in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a transportation assistant to support admit/discharge transportation and transport-related duties. The role includes documenting and delivering appointment materials, assisting clients, and helping with vehicle upkeep.

Responsibilities also cover light custodial and maintenance tasks when not transporting clients. A valid driver’s license and experience in care settings are preferred for this position.