Vehicle Operator - 105105

About Claratel Behavioral Health

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff. If you are passionate about driving change in behavioral health and developmental services and are eager to work in an environment that values innovation and inclusivity, Claratel Behavioral Health is the place for you. Here, your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your well-being is supported. Together, we can forge pathways to a healthier future for all.

Job Summary

Transports individuals to the directed destination according to program and agency guidelines. Performs routine maintenance and safety checks of vehicles. Promptly reports all accidents and mechanical breakdowns according to established policies and guidelines. Inspects vehicles for safe operations utilizing safety equipment efficiently, ensuring the use of safety belts. Communicate individuals' emerging behavioral and/or medical concerns to the supervisor within 24 hours of knowledge. Maintain a valid and appropriate license to operate the assigned vehicle. Accurately record required mileage, fuel consumption, passenger information, maintenance, and repairs in accordance with agency policy and procedures. Assist with Inventory Management (stocking, sorting, & delivering). Assist with monthly IDD Residential Deliveries (food shopping & deliveries). Assist with mail services. Assist with transportation duties as assigned or needed as back-up. Other duties assigned through Auxiliary Services.

Minimum Training & Experience

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or transporting individuals.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Requires regular lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting individuals when required.
• Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting, and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal applicant must have experience working with the developmental disabilities population and operating a 10 to 15 passenger vehicle, operating ADA Equipment Vehicles with Wheelchair Lift.