Driver/Support Staff

Adult Clinical Community Supports (ACCS) DriverMileage reimbursement available.The Adult Clinical Community Supports (ACCS) Driver promotes the full integration and functioning of adults with mental health services needed to live successfully in the community. The ACCS Driver/Support Staff supports community access for clients by driving their own or company-owned or leased vehicles, transporting and accompanying client to, from and during community appointments as directed by Integrated Team staff.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Promote the safety of clients during transportation.Monitor client status, reports concerns or incidents to supervisor.Pick up and drop off deliveries of program materials and supplies, as assigned.Participate as member of intervention team to perform skills teaching, and help client learn about community resources and obtaining resources.Attend medical, psychiatric and other appointments with client as needed.Adhere to Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies and procedures.Provide crisis intervention to client, as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge and Skills:• Strong commitment to the right and ability of people served by ACCS to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the clinical treatment, resources and supports needed to thrive in their community of choice• Skill in helping people integrate into the community through use of natural supports and basic community resources• Knowledge of PS engagement strategies• Ability to form supportive, trusting relationships with PS and families/other supports of the PS• Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender issues of PS• Knowledge of recovery-oriented, person-centered and strengths-based values and principles• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally competent services. Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability and gender issues of PS• Knowledge of human, legal, and civil rights of PS• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity• Skills and competence to provide interventions for effective Treatment Plan interventions• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to effectively and efficiently address the needs of PS as outlined in the Treatment Plan• Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment• Knowledge of documentation standards and requirementsTypical Requirements:• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in human services field is preferred.• One to two years related experience working with people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders preferred.• Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport PS.• Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions.Driving Requirements:Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle.

If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.Physical Effort:Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.

Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Additional Certifications Required:CPR required within first two weeks of hireFirst Aid required within two weeks of hireMAP required within 150 days of hirePay RangeUSD $20.50 - USD $20.50 /Hr.