DRIVER - HOSPITAL BASED PEER PROGRAMS

Driver - Hospital based Peer Programs

• 1338 North Capitol St NW, Washington, DC 20002, USA
• Contract

Company Description

The McClendon Center, founded in 1980, is a certified community based service provider operating under the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health.

As a leading not-for-profit organization in Washington, DC, the McClendon Center provides outpatient behavioral rehabilitation to the mentally ill by fostering creativity, promoting friendship, instilling independence, and providing an outlet for emotional growth and greater participation in the community.

Accredited by Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), the McClendon Center operates two programs : Day Program Services and the Core Services Agency (CSA).

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTIONS :

The purpose of this role is to provide transportation to treatment services for patients with substance use disorder (SUD) at discharge from hospital-based peer programs in the District of Columbia.

The driver will collaborate with peer recovery coaches and outreach coaches to transport patients safely and efficiently to their treatment provider and / or to their recovery support services provider.

This position requires knowledge of substance use disorders and methods to support the SUD population.

This job requires a flexible schedule, as hospital discharge volume varies throughout the day. This role will require driving to hospitals across the District, as transports will be needed at seven District hospitals in various wards.

This role requires frequent phone calls with peer coaches and outreach coaches to understand when and where to pick up patients.

Patients being transported to treatment and recovery services are those at risk for or experiencing substance use disorders, and this role will therefore require a particular understanding of behaviors and challenges common in this patient population to support their decision to enter treatment or utilize recovery support services.

Note, this role will not be responsible for providing medical advice to patients.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Communicate effectively with peer recovery coaches and outreach coaches to identify pick-up times and locations.

Pick up patients from the hospital or community location and safely transport them to a treatment provider or to a recovery support service provider.

Ensure the patient arrives at treatment and enters the facility.

Upon arrival, must accurately record when and where the patient was transported.

Possess a friendly and courteous disposition when transporting patients.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS :

Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to patients and peer recovery coaches. The candidate must possess excellent driving and communication skills.

The incumbent must be able to read and write routine reports. The candidate must also demonstrate :

o Knowledge of treatment and recovery support service locations

o Ability to bridge needs and identify resources for patients, if needed

o Understanding of ethics and confidentiality issues

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.

Previous driving experience required.

Must own a vehicle with current registration and passing inspection and emissions as required by state, have a valid Drivers License, and have an excellent driving record.

Monday - Friday, with occasional weekend with limited hours.

Physical Demands : The position requires moderate physical effort on a daily basis such as walking, bending, stooping and standing for periods of time.

Additional Information

At the McClendon Center you will find powerful resources for career-long success, including :

• A package of comprehensive benefits including health and wellness, four weeks of combined sick and vacation leave, 403(b) retirement contributions, and life insurance.
• Commensurates with experience.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

McClendon Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, marital status, religion, or disability.

No phone calls, please. Note : McClendon Center is not accepting resumes or referrals from agencies. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if McClendon Center hires the candidate.

Job Location

Driver - Hospital based Peer Programs

• 1338 North Capitol St NW, Washington, DC 20002, USA
• Contract
30+ days ago