Vehicle Operation & DeliveryPassenger Transport Driving
About the job
Requirements
A current New Jersey driver's license in good standing.
Basic computer skills and the ability to read maps and driving routes.
Ability to provide services to consumers in a compassionate manner.
Responsibilities
Provide transportation to Prospect House consumers to and from the program.
Provide transportation to new members for orientation or intake appointments as needed.
Provide emergency transportation as needed.
Provide front-desk and parking-lot security as needed.
Maintain the driving record according to policy standards.
Deliver mail to other MHAEM facilities daily and as needed.
Complete other errands and duties as assigned.
Assist consumers on and off the vans, including non-ambulatory consumers.
Provide evening, weekend, and holiday social-program transportation as required by program needs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.
Desired Qualifications
Experience serving individuals diagnosed with mental illness.
Experience driving a 7- or 12-passenger van.
Previous professional driving experience.
MHA promotes mental health and total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with mental illness and addiction recovery. We increase community awareness while enhancing mental well-being through advocacy, education, prevention, treatment, and services.
MHA is seeking a Part-time Driver to join our Prospect House Team! Be a part of the team that makes a difference in the lives of our consumers.
Part time Healthcare Drivers are needed to transport mental health consumers to and from the Mental Health Association's Partial Care program.
Shift times available are : Monday through Friday, 7:30AM - 2:15 PM or 2:30PM - 5:15PM
Qualifications:
Must have a current NJ Driver’s License in good standing.
Experience serving those diagnosed with mental illness is a plus.
Must possess basic computer skills as well as the ability to read maps and driving routes.
Must be able to provide services to our consumers in a compassionate manner.
Experience driving a 7 or 12 passenger van is preferred, however a CDL is not required. Previous professional driving experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Provide transportation to Prospect House consumers to and from the program.
Provide transportation to new members for orientation or intake appointments, as needed.
Provide emergency transportation, as needed.
Provide front-desk and parking lot security, as needed.
Maintain driving record per policy standards.
Deliver mail to other MHAEM facilities daily and as needed.
Complete other errands and duties, as assigned.
Assist consumers on and off of the vans, including non-ambulatory consumers.
Provide evening, weekend and holiday social program transportation as required by program needs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.
Reports to Administrative Coordinator, Prospect House Day Treatment Program
Base Hourly Rate: $18/hour
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Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.
Generous 401(k) match.
Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.
MHAEM is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.