Driver - Mobile Mental Health Clinic (Bus)

The driver is responsible for safe transport of the mobile clinic to the destination, following the traffic laws along with the basic daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance required for optimal operation of the vehicle including but not limited to gas, cleanliness, oil, etc.  

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct route planning to optimize efficiency and ensure arrival on time to destination.
• Conduct address verification before departure.
• Understands and follows all traffic rules, local speed limits and traffic regulations.
• Drive cautiously to ensure safety.
• Keep the interior and exterior of the vehicle always clean.
• Make sure to re-fuel and ensure that the tank never falls below half tank capacity.
• Keep accurate count of gas usage, miles, and other data.
• Ensure that the vehicle maintenance is up to date and report when the vehicle needs servicing and report any technical problems and breakdowns.
• Perform daily vehicle pre-departure checklist and confirm all required items are present.
• Use fuel card appropriately and record all consumption on log sheet.
• Responsible of logistics of bus in field (converting from batteries to generator, etc)
• Transport the medication suitcases to Embrace Office once or twice a month.
• ​Ensure proper storage conditions for the medication suitcase in the bus in coordination with the Project Coordinator.
• Secure access to an electricity source at each project location to connect the bus when needed.
• Assist the team in setting up the bus upon arrival at each project site.

QUALIFICATONS

1. Critical Skills

• High School diploma.
• Valid driver's license.
• Safe and conscientious driving skills.
• Been driving for at least 5 years.
• Geographical knowledge and organized route planning skills.
• Ability to operate a vehicle for 8 hours.
• Open to working on holidays and weekends.

2. Behavioral Skills

• Demonstrates great organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates great communication.
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism while providing services to external parties or working with internal support staff.