DRIVER – PRN
Job Description
Transport patients safely and support treatment activities while coordinating with clinical staff.
Driver PRN
Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dynamic and talented Driver PRN. Position Summary: The Driver provides patient transportation to and from the facility providing continuous observation, interaction, and role modeling to the patients while always maintaining safety. Works closely with all other clinical staff (Activity Therapists, Social Workers, Nurses) To conduct various process and specialty groups within the patient program. Plays an integral part of assuring that the patient program schedule is carried out as planned by the staff team. Performs various duties assisting staff nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the hospital. Interacts closely with patients remaining engaged in the various activities and events that patients experience throughout the treatment day. Interacts with patients in a therapeutic manner at all times and assists other staff to also maintain appropriate boundaries.
Qualifications Minimum: High school graduate or equivalent. Maintain a valid class specific driver's license applicable to transporting patients. Driving record must meet or exceed the facility standards. BLS and De-escalation Certification required. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health related field and two years of experience in the mental health field (psychiatric/inpatient or outpatient setting).
Provide patient transportation to and from the facility with continuous observation and interaction, Assist staff nurses in psychiatric and physical care according to established procedures, Engage with patients therapeutically and maintain professional boundaries at all times, Help ensure the patient program schedule is carried out as planned by the team, Interact with patients to keep them engaged in activities throughout the treatment day
