Per Diem Driver - Families In Recovery, Norwalk Ct

Families in Recovery Program:

Liberation Programs' Families in Recovery (FIRP) is an inpatient program in Norwalk, CT for pregnant and parenting women with children. FIRP has been in existence since 1994 and is unique in our region. It is the only inpatient treatment program for pregnant and parenting women in Fairfield County. Mothers can have up to two children ages birth to 10 years old, and FIRP is the only inpatient program in Connecticut where mothers can bring two children up to the age of 10 into the program with them. FIRP is gender and trauma sensitive with an emphasis on individual and family needs. Throughout treatment, mothers are supported in managing challenges related to substance use disorder (SUD), building, enhancing and maintaining life skills, peer-to-peer support and accessing resources to provide safe, nurturing homes for their children and themselves as they prepare to transition back to the community.

Job Purpose/Function: Driver is responsible for providing transportation services for recoverees in a safe, customer-friendly manner. Driver is also responsible for ensuring vehicle maintenance in accordance to regulatory standards.

DUTIES:

• Transport recoverees and staff to and from various destinations in a safe and timely manner
• Transport program and agency supplies including mail and documents between agency programs when directed by supervisor
• Assure the maintenance and service of assigned vehicle is completed as expected
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards
• Ensure vehicle is equipped with safety equipment
• Inform maintenance and supervisory staff of potential safety issues or hazards
• Be aware of universal precautions
• Assists in creating a friendly, welcoming environment
• Maintains a safe environment for employees, visitors and recoverees
• Assume responsibility for all other activities as assigned by the Operations Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• · High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• · Valid Drivers license
• · Strong oral and presentation skills in order to properly represent the agency when in the community

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits
• 401K with Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• HRSA Loan Forgiveness
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Job Satisfaction
• Growth Opportunity

Who We Are:

Liberation Programs is one of Fairfield County's leading behavioral health organizations specializing in treatment for all types of substance use disorders including alcohol, opiates, depressants and stimulants. Our goal is to help individuals and families overcome addiction in order to restore their lives and ultimately strengthen our communities. Liberation provides services for youth, adults and families that include two inpatient treatment programs, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, health education for older adults and people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, treatment and resources for adolescents and their families, education and prevention efforts in the community, and permanent supportive housing for families. In operation since 1971, the agency has sites in Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport and served more than 2,400 individuals in our last fiscal year.

Our Mission:

Liberation Programs' mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness.