Transportation
Sierra Health and Wellness
Summary
Sierra Health and Wellness uses evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.
Job description
Duties and Responsibilities
The Driver/Resident Assistant transports clients from their home or the hospital to the facility to begin their treatment program. The driver also transports clients, when needed, to various appointments. They act as support staff for the facility and may provide assistance with light housekeeping, facility upkeep, and other duties as needed to meet the needs of the client.
Essential Functions
- Pick up and transport clients to and from treatment, and to any appointments they have while in treatment.
- Communicate traffic delays, accidents, or situations of concern with management. As it pertains to the transport of the client.
- Track all vehicle maintenance and maintain the vehicle in clean, operational order.
- Interact and communicate with the clients in a professional, courteous manner.
- Safely drive for extended periods in a variety of traffic and weather conditions while interacting with the client.
- Assist the client with the administration of a COVID test prior to entry into the vehicle.
- When not driving, work with the facility to assist with their needs for that day.
- Assist the facility with intakes, including searches of client's belongings.
- Assist with documented checks (Q30s) on the clients.
- Ensure the building is secure when on facility grounds. Conduct safety checks.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Class C driver's license (Class A or B preferred)
- Possess CPR/First Aid certification (can be obtained upon hire)
- Current TB test and health screen (can be obtained upon hire)
Company overview
Sierra Health + Wellness is a leading provider of comprehensive behavioral health services dedicated to empowering individuals and families on their journey towards healing and wellness. With a compassionate and holistic approach, the company offers a range of evidence-based treatments for mental health and substance abuse disorders, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Their experienced team of clinicians, therapists, and support staff provides personalized care and support to help clients build resilience, improve coping skills, and achieve lasting recovery. The organization operates multiple treatment centers in California, offering services including dual diagnosis care, medication-assisted treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and family therapy. Sierra Health + Wellness emphasizes a mission to restore families, relationships, and self-worth through character transformation, giving life back to those who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues. The company accepts most major insurance plans and provides various levels of care from residential treatment to outpatient programs, demonstrating a commitment to making quality behavioral health services accessible to the communities they serve.