Driver

Description

Odyssey House is seeking a Driver for our Admissions Program!

Summary: Odyssey House of Utah is a leading organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals struggling with substance use disorders and behavioral health challenges. Our integrated approach combines evidence-based practices, clinical expertise, and a supportive environment to promote lasting recovery and overall well-being.

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career journey where you can make a real difference? Your search ends here! We are actively seeking passionate professionals to join our team at multiple locations, offering a multitude of opportunities to support adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Job Location: Salt Lake

Schedule:  Monday through Friday. Your daily start time will be communicated to you the evening before. Your shift will conclude once all clients have been safely transported to their designated locations.

Compensation: $18.00 Hourly 

Benefits Package: Equals to approximately $22,000

Includes - medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, flexible spending account, retirement plan, paid leave, employee assistance program, and education assistance.

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, FSA, and long-/short-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Immediate participation available; 100% employer match up to 6% after 1 year of service.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 35 paid days off per year (with increased accrual rates after 1 year).
• Sick Leave Rollover: Convert half of your unused accrued sick time into extra vacation days at year-end.
• Sabbatical Program: Paid extended leave rewarded after 5 years of service.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential 24/7 support for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.7

Perks

• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $9,000 per year available for approved programs (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Continuing Education: Opportunities for paid training and professional development, subject to manager approval and eligibility.
• Transit Pass: Free UTA pass provided for your daily work commute.
• Monthly Incentives: Regular performance awards and team recognition.
• Casual Work Environment: Relaxed, casual dress code and workplace culture.

Core Responsibilities:
You will be one of the first points of contact as our clients enter their sobriety journey! This role is vital in our client's recovery as you will be that warm and welcoming face as you provide safe transportation to our facilities. In addition to direct client interface, you will help with luggage, vehicle maintenance/cleanliness, record keeping, and coordinating with other staff to meet clients' needs. We will teach you how to hold healthy boundaries and maintain client safety. You also get to encourage clients as you see them progress in their treatment goals!  

Job Responsibilities:

• Must be able to operate 14-passenger vans/buses in a safe and mature manner
• Must be responsible for transporting clients and/or staff from Odyssey House facilities to and from various locations throughout the Salt Lake and Northern Utah areas.
• Will interact with clients, vendors, and others.
• Will have excellent problem-solving skills and provide excellent and safe transportation services.
• Effective communication skills
• Effectively handle logistics
• Organized and able to be on schedule
• Will adhere to all Odyssey House staff dress codes
• Drive and deliver vehicles locally or out of the area as needed, following all rules of the road
• Delivery to the appropriate destination in a safe and courteous manner
• Ride with or follow another driver to drop off vehicle(s) or pick up multiple vehicles
• Organize travel routes and ensure daily pre-trip and mileage vehicle log paperwork is accurate and timely
• May need to communicate via cellular phone
• May be asked to clean vehicle and/or keep the van and/or bus clean during shift
• Must be able to report mechanical or other vehicle issues to the supervisor promptly

Candidate Qualities:

• Passion for Community Service and helping others to realize their own potential.
• Communication Skills to problem solve directly with clients and other staff.
• Reliability to fill their support staff shifts and deliver on position responsibilities.
• Self-Starter qualities to independently address issues and needs in our organization's community.
• Teachable - Willingness to learn and grow in their position.

Requirements

• Education High School or equivalent
• Have a neat appearance
• Be reliable, polite, and self-motivated
• Have excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills 
• Be able to work with clients from different backgrounds 
• Active Utah driver's license for at least 3 years and satisfactory MVR check inclusive of driving 
• Eligible to work in the USA

 All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: 

Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.

Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: 

Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks, fingerprinting, applicable sex offender registry screenings for Adult Residential roles, and other position-related verifications. Roles requiring driving are subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and valid Utah driver’s license.

EEOC Statement: 

Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.