Job Description
Columbus House, Inc.
Job Posting: Road to Recovery Driver
Per diem, FLSA Non-Exempt, Essential
VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested
Company Overview & Mission
Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless.
Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends, and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission: "To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities."
Under the direction of the Transportation Manager, the Road to Recover Driver provides motor vehicle transportation services to clients in the Basic Needs program that are going into or coming out of substance treatment programs/facilities within the state of Connecticut. The R2R Driver ensures an environment that reflects the core values of Trauma Informed Service: Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration and Empowerment.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesHigh School Graduate or equivalent. Demonstrated the ability to manage, motivate and direct consumers. Knowledgeable about the stages of recovery, self-help, mental health, substance abuse, and confidentiality. Excellent organizational and time management skills with a deadline-oriented mindset. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other common desktop applications. Knowledge of DMHAS supported substance abuse facilities and Connecticut state highway system. Culturally competent; must possess the capacity to work within a team and foster teamwork. Able to meet all documentation requirements. Able to drive; manage office telephones, schedule transports, perform light clerical duties and use a fax machine. Strong empathic skills coupled with a high degree of reliability and punctuality. Valid Driver’s license with a good driving.
ResponsibilitiesReliably and safely transport program appropriate clients within the state of Connecticut. Review and maintain records of referrals for Transportation program. Take referrals, instruct referring agencies and complete paperwork for DMHAS Transportation Program. Complete all required documentation and reporting. Participate in monthly staff meetings, group supervision, and other collaborative meetings. Other related duties as assigned.
Supervised by: Transportation Manager
Pay: $17.00 per hour plus excellent benefits
Schedule: Per Diem only, no regular schedule, 7 days a week, day and night shift
Please send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist, Columbus House Inc., 586 Ella Grasso Boulevard P.O. Box 7093, New Haven CT. 06519 or fax to 203-773-1430 or email to hr@columbushouse.org or apply at
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply
...skills with our clients, customers and team members Interested in traveling within and outside of your home state, with overnight hotel stays Are a motivated self-starter with a strong bias for action and results Work independently, but also possess successful...
...Discover your future with us. Our Electro-Optics and Laser Solutions Team is seeking a hands-on Principal Electrical Engineer to lead an agile team in the design and development of advanced electronics for LASER and LIDAR systems. This role involves creating rugged,...
...Job Description Elite Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Manchester, Connecticut. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: Psychiatric ~ Discipline: RN ~ Start Date: 11/17/2025~ Duration: 13 weeks...
...Geisinger is seeking a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon to join our growing dermatology practice based at Geisinger Scenery Park Clinic in the heart of State College. The position also offers the opportunity to participate in the education of Mohs surgery fellows and dermatology...
...Seasonal Warehouse Worker - Package Handler at United Parcel Service summary: Seasonal Warehouse Workers at UPS are responsible for... ...experience in jobs such as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver, Shipping, Receiving, and Traffic Clerk, and Route Driver and others in...