Full Time Driver - Bridgeport Outpatient Services at Liberation Programs Inc.

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

28 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Driving, Vehicle Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Customer Service, Time Management, Communication, Regulatory Compliance, Universal Precautions

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Who We Are: Liberation Programs is one of Fairfield County's leading behavioral health organizations specializing in treatment for all types of substance use disorders including alcohol, opiates, depressants and stimulants. Our goal is to help individuals and families overcome addiction in order to restore their lives and ultimately strengthen our communities. Liberation provides services for youth, adults and families that include two inpatient treatment programs, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, health education for older adults and people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, treatment and resources for adolescents and their families, education and prevention efforts in the community, and permanent supportive housing for families. In operation since 1971, the agency has sites in Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport and served more than 2,400 individuals in our last fiscal year. Job Purpose/Function: Driver is responsible for providing transportation services for recoverees in a safe, customer-friendly manner. Driver is also responsible for ensuring vehicle maintenance in accordance to regulatory standards. DUTIES: * Transport recoverees and staff to and from various destinations in a safe and timely manner * Transport program and agency supplies including mail and documents between agency programs when directed by supervisor * Assure the maintenance and service of assigned vehicle is completed as expected * Maintain compliance with regulatory standards * Ensure vehicle is equipped with safety equipment * Inform maintenance and supervisory staff of potential safety issues or hazards * Be aware of universal precautions * Assists in creating a friendly, welcoming environment * Maintains a safe environment for employees, visitors and recoverees * Assume responsibility for all other activities as assigned by the Operations Manager QUALIFICATIONS: * · High School Diploma or equivalent preferred * · Valid Drivers license * · Strong oral and presentation skills in order to properly represent the agency when in the community What We Offer: * Competitive Compensation * Comprehensive Benefits * 401K with Match * Tuition Reimbursement * HRSA Loan Forgiveness * Generous Paid Time Off * Job Satisfaction * Growth Opportunity Our Mission: Liberation Programs' mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness.

Responsibilities

The Driver is primarily responsible for safely and courteously transporting clients and staff to various locations, as well as moving agency supplies and documents between programs. Additionally, the role involves ensuring the assigned vehicle is properly maintained according to regulatory standards.