Transportation Specialist (Substance Abuse Treatment Facility- 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Shift)
Maryland Community Health Initiatives, Inc.**NOTE: To be eligible for this position all candidates must accompany their application/resume with a copy of their 3-year driving record from the MVA . 3-year Driving records can be purchased online for $9 at https://mymva.maryland.gov/TAP/IND/_/ Maryland Community Health Initiatives, Inc. DBA Penn North Recovery Center is seeking a full time (afternoon shift) Transportation Specialist/Driver to transport clients Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Transportation Specialist Driver Job Duties & Responsibilities: Transport Drivers carry passengers from one point to another Essential duties are following pre-established routes, maintaining orderliness among passengers, ensuring the safety of individuals onboard Demonstrate safe driving abilities, good communication and interpersonal skills, time management, basic mechanical aptitudes, and alertness. Map out driving routes ahead of time to determine the most expedient trip Responsible for transporting clients to and from doctors appointment, market, etc Assist clients with loading and unloading safely Document all trips, including signing out vehicle, logging mileage, keeping records of passengers pick ups, and drop offs, etc. Ability to perform a basic vehicle safety check prior to use, including checking tires, lights, turn signals, etc., to ensure vehicles pass a basic pre-driving safety check. Listen to traffic and weather reports to stay up to date on road conditions Adjust the route to avoid heavy traffic or road constructions, as needed Answer clients’ questions about the area and local places of interest Always interact with individuals professionally Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use Arrive to scheduled destinations on time Participate in team meetings and individual one-on-one meetings with supervisor and other staff as required. Requirements: A valid driver’s license and at least 3 years driving experience to perform job safely A clean driving record Exceptional interpersonal skills Minimum visual acuity of 20/50 (or corrected to 20/50) Familiarity with GPS devices Computer literacy, including email, MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and other applications used in the workplace. Knowledge of area roads and neighborhoods Availability to occasionally take weekend and/or morning shifts as needed A polite and professional disposition Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations (e.g. at rush hour) A high school diploma Standard First Aid and CPR certification (renewed every two years, employer will pay for these trainings if you don't already have them). Training in ADA compliance, defensive driving, de-escalation techniques, and handling crisis or withdrawal situations. Strict adherence to HIPAA and client confidentiality guidelines. Compassion, patience, and the ability to stay calm while supporting individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or early recovery challenges. *While it is intended to accurately reflect the position and requirements, management reserves the right to assign or resign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time for business reasons without the prior consent of the employee.* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have a clean driving record from the MVA? Work Location: In person