PT Driver - DOC Programs

Summary

Residential program for adult residents who are state inmates classified to a work release/substance abuse/special needs program. The Driver will provide transportation services for residents of the Hemm House re‑entry program, ensuring safe and timely travel to various destinations such as appointments, job interviews, and community services. This role involves maintaining the program vehicle, adhering to schedules, and supporting residents’ successful reintegration into the community while ensuring the security of the residence and residents in compliance with NJAC and the NJ Department of Corrections.

• Provide transportation and escort clients to and from medical appointments, interviews, employment sites, and other approved destinations.
• Implement appropriate security procedures in the facility and vehicles, ensuring the safety of clients at all times.
• Oversee daily maintenance of the program vehicle and submit maintenance reports.
• Update daily travel log and document all phone and resident contacts.
• Pick‑up and deliver agency‑related business and house supplies.
• Supervise the residence, its residents, and program activities.
• Account for each resident inside and outside the facility in real time.
• Conduct facility searches to prevent contraband; monitor doors, medicine, and supplies.
• Perform random tours of the residential facility and premises, documenting time of tour and any concerns.
• Notify supervisor or on‑call staff in emergency situations.
• Stay current with ACA and PREA requirements; complete required annual training on time.
• Ensure accountability of clients per contractor requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Supervision responsibilities with residential clients.

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.; relevant work experience with human service clients preferred.

Clearances

• Pass Criminal, Education, Substance Use Testing, and Driver Background checks.
• Maintain a background free of infractions that could lead to termination.
• Have access to an insured, registered vehicle preferred.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of client groups and issues related to the program area.
• Experience working with addictive personalities; basic understanding of human behavior and group dynamics.

Computer Proficiency

• Word processing, simple accounting, spreadsheets, e‑mail, internet, client tracking software.

Personal Characteristics

• Ethical behavior, build relationships, communicate effectively, creativity/innovation, focus on client needs, foster teamwork, lead, make decisions, organize, plan, solve problems.

• Primarily office and residential program environment; may occasionally work in nonstandard workplaces.
• Requires lifting up to 25 lbs., standing, walking, reaching, climbing, and other physical activities; close vision required.
• Physical demands include use of stairs; reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Full benefits package:
  Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Hourly Rate: $16‑$18.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement plan with employer match.

NJAC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, lawful political affiliation, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, prior involvement in the criminal justice system, or physical appearance.