AdCare RI - Driver

Overview

If you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AdCare of Rhode Island American Addiction Centers, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.

AdCare Rhode Island is a 59-bed inpatient alcohol and drug treatment center with a mission of providing transformational recovery experiences to individuals struggling with substance dependence.

The state-of-the-art facility is nestled on 22 acres of peaceful New England woodland in historic North Kingstown. The campus is conveniently located just minutes away from both the airport and downtown Providence. AdCare RI is also located close to pristine beaches and recreational areas.  The newly renovated facility is outfitted with semi-private rooms with baths, fitness center, basketball court, and many other amenities.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Driver operates company vehicle to transport clients and facility visitors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complies with local traffic regulations.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Reports delays or accidents.
• Load or unloads baggage or express checked by passengers in baggage compartment.
• Assist passengers to enter and leave car and holds umbrellas in wet weather.
• Performs miscellaneous errands such as store runs for patients, mail to and from post office.
• Makes overnight drives and extended trips requiring irregular hours.
• Keep vehicle clean, polished, and in operating condition.
• Complies with company dress code.
• During all transports Meets and greets all clients in a professional and polite demeanor.  Makes new clients feel welcomed and comfortable during trip.
• Answers any questions that new clients may have during transport to help orientate them before arriving at facility. 
• Complies with company’s drug free work environment. 

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License
• Must have an insurable driving record.
• At least 2 years previous commercial driving experience.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.

Physical Requirements

AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees.  The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws

• Prolonged sitting at a desk
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time

American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer.  American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.