Transportation Specialist for Residential Facility

Role Summary

The Transportation Specialist, also referred to as Van Driver, at Mount Sinai Wellness Center plays a crucial part in coordinating and providing transport services for clients to various destinations including bus stations, airports, health appointments, and other facility-requested travel.

About Mount Sinai Wellness Center

Mount Sinai Wellness Center is dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting sobriety through holistic care and compassionate support, encouraging meaningful and fulfilling lives post-treatment.

Core Responsibilities

• Organize and schedule transportation for clients to bus stations, airports, and health services appointments, as well as trips requested by the facility or supervisors.
• Guarantee safe transportation for each client, ensuring they understand the purpose and destination of visits across departments.
• Manage transportation logistics across all departments effectively.
• Safely convey clients to and from various appointments and during new admissions.
• Offer assistance with transportation needs as time and availability permits.
• Maintain accurate van usage logs along with daily vehicle inspection checklists.
• Keep the van clean and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Run errands as assigned by the facility.
• Follow all confidentiality policies rigorously to protect client privacy.
• Enforce safety protocols including seat belt use for all passengers, and adhere to no smoking or eating policies within the facility vehicle.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Prior experience in residential treatment settings or working with individuals with complex conditions.
• Demonstrated sensitivity, maturity, and composure when interacting with residents to foster adjustment and avoid distress.
• Ability to utilize professional supervision constructively and collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Open and flexible mindset in client interactions, maintaining objectivity and adapting to observed behaviors.
• Possession of current First Aid and CPR certifications or willingness to complete these within the first 30 days of employment.
• Successful completion of a drug screening and criminal background check.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401(K) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off allowances.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career advancement.
• Meaningful work contributing to the fight against the opioid epidemic.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mount Sinai Wellness Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, compliant with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws that forbid discrimination based on race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic predisposition, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.