Patient Transporter - Multiple Shifts

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport program patients for admission and discharge, medical and other community appointments. This is the primary responsibility, approximately 75% of work time.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of agency vans.

PRSS/RC Duties below may be assigned depending on the transport schedule.

• Provide motivational support to assist counselors in meeting therapeutic goals.
• Support treatment plans by reporting client observations and support decisions concerning therapy, discipline and privilege (at a minimum twice per shift and subject to change depending on need)
• Assists case manager/counselor with client activities by implementing scheduled and/or requested activities.
• Works cooperatively with members of the nursing and medical staff to monitor clients’ vital signs, observe urine drops, monitor self-administration of medications, monitor clients, and chart all pertinent data.
• Performs room and facility checks, at varying intervals, to ensure client’s comfort, safety, and well-being.

Location Address: 333 Evergreen West Street, Manteno

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Sunday-Thursday 12:00 PM-8:30 PM

Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).

DCFS clearance required.

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

Experience and Skills:

Education and/or Experience: Transport/commercial driving. High School Diploma / GED required; Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relations encouraged to apply.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: Driver's license and current insurance. Must become certified as Certified CPRS/CRSS within one year.