Van Driver

Job Description: WellStone is seeking a motivated, responsible individual to fill the role of Van Driver and safely transport clients to and from their scheduled appointments. The selected candidate will adhere and comply with all traffic regulations, ensure the safety of clients during transport, maintain cleanliness of vehicle, and report any issues to the Facilities Manager. Providing great customer service is a must in this role.

What you'll be doing:

• Safely operate a 14-passenger van to transport clients to and from their residence and WellStone for their scheduled appointments. 
• Maintain cleanliness of van on a daily basis.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on van daily; keep track of maintenance schedule and report any issues to the Facilities Manager immediately.
• Adhere to the Department of Transportation rules and regulations regarding driving a vehicle and transporting passengers.
• Attend required training and safety courses in relation to duties.
• Maintain appropriate interpersonal boundaries to include adherence to Center rules and policies on client/staff boundaries.
• Observe clients and report any information as required to the Group Coordinator, Therapist and/or Program Director. 
• Ensure that clients obey traffic laws by buckling and appropriately wearing seat belts, no littering, etc.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and is not designed to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities that are required of the employee as they may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we're looking for:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 
• Valid driver’s license and good 5-year driving record
• Previous experience driving groups preferred 
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff 
• Willingness to work with a team with the clients' safety and needs as top priority
• Knowledge of roadway signs, signals, and proper traffic procedures
• Knowledge of local community, i.e. streets/routes, etc. 

Benefits

What we offer:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision premiums
• State Retirement participation through RSA plus an optional 457b plan with a company match
• Nine (9) paid holidays throughout the year
• Ability to continually accrue up to 15 days of PTO a year (unused rolls over)
• Company-paid Group Life and AD&D insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Licensure reimbursement
• Tuition discounts through learning partnerships with Athens State University and Capella University
   

We are compassionate towards those impacted by behavioral health disorders.

We are dedicated to one another through collaboration and teamwork.

We are optimistic problem-solvers who do what it takes to get the job done.