What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transporter-FT 1st shift position at Wellstone Brand?
WellStone is North Alabama's most comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider serving over 13,000 persons annually throughout Northern Alabama, with offices in Huntsville and Cullman. We are a non-profit community organization that offers a wide range of services for every phase of life, from children to older adults.
Join the WellStone Emergency Services (WES) crisis team as a transporter! The transporter plays a dynamic role in support of individuals in crisis who need access to and from our center. We seek applicants with excellent customer service skills, a passion for helping others, and a 'can do' attitude! This position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8am to 4pm.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and good 5 yr driving record
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff
- Knowledge of community, i.e., streets/routes, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPR or BLS Certification
- At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting
What You'll Be Doing:
- Transport clients to and from our emergency services grounds using acompany vehicle
- Coordinate transportation with other mental health centers and health care facilities
- Transport clients to and from medical appointments
- Transport client meals to other local WellStone Facilities
- Offer support and encourage clients and their family members
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicle to include COVID protocols
- Perform preventative maintenance checks daily
- Adhere to the City’s Department of Transportation rules and regulations regarding transporting or driving a company vehicle
- Attend required training, and safety courses concerning duties
- Observe clients and report any information as required to WellStone Emergency Services (WES) Leadership
- Work with coworkers in ensuring the safety of the clients by ensuring seat belts are fastened
- Report any vehicle issues immediately to the Facilities Manager
- Other duties as assigned by WES Director
- Able to be on call when needed as available
- Full-time Mon-Friday 8am-4pm
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong customer and client service skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
- Ability to safely transport items weighing up to 40 pounds
What we offer:
- Competitive Medical, dental, and vision prices
- State Retirement through RSA plus an optional 457b/401a with a company match
- 9 paid holidays throughout the year
- Ability to continually accrue up to 15 days of PTO a year (unused rolls over)
We care for those impacted by behavioral health disorders, are committed to one another through collaboration, and are optimistic problem solvers who do what it takes to get the job done. We look forward to having you on the WellStone team.
