Driver/Delivery Person

Program & Location: Laundry Department, New Bedford
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Requirements: Must have Valid Drivers License!
Pay Range: $20 - $22 per hour
Shift: 8AM-4:30PM
Schedule: Per Diem
At least two years of licensed driving, must have clean driving record, knowledge of Southcoast MA area.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long & short term disability
• Discounted auto/home and renters insurance
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DCA
• PFML
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonuses & Referral
• Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Education days to use towards CEU's
• Free meals at select programs and when available
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)

About Us

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.

Driver/Delivery Person Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Provide a valid driver’s license and current driving record
• At least two years of licensed driving and knowledge of Southcoast MA area
• Must be able to load and unload linens up to 80 pounds per bag.

Driver/Delivery Person Duties & Responsibilities

• Compliance with Federal Regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patients, HIPAA;
• Compliance to and working knowledge of all applicable HP policies and program procedures including but not limited to those relating to ethics/boundaries and duties of role;
• Load and deliver orders as directed in a timely manner;
• Pick up soiled linen as directed;
• Report any Registry of Motor Vehicle issues with driver’s license to Program Director;
• Submit to annual review of driving record and acknowledgment of Driver’s Manual;
• Ensure appropriate use of agency gas card and ensure card and vehicle keys are returned to proper location/person;
• Complete trips/tasks as directed by Program Director/Designee (i.e. errands, deliveries, drop off/pick up mail) and submit receipts as directed;
• Maintain positive rating with agency vehicle monitoring system (Geotab);
• Maintain all documentation, including mileage log related to vehicle maintenance and transporting duties in accordance with stated policies;
• Maintain daily trip schedule, prioritize/organize trips and ensure vehicle does not make unauthorized stops and that time is accounted for;
• Ensure a copy of the Driver’s Manual, First Aid Kit (including narcan) are in vehicle and be knowledgeable of procedures in the case of incident or accident;
• Attend all required trainings and staff meetings Position will include daily heavy lifting, vehicle preventative maintenance, and emergency road repairs (i.e. changing flat tire);
• Maintain interior of vehicle in a clean manner ensuring on a daily basis that vehicle is free from debris and contraband;