Road to Recovery Driver

Company: Columbus House
Location: New Haven
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Columbus House, Inc. Job Posting: Full time, FLSA Non-Exempt, Essential Road to Recovery Driver 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." Purpose 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 Abilities High 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. Responsibilities Reliably 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: $ 18.51 per hour plus excellent benefits Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday through Wednesday Benefits Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full-time employment 401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution Paid time off 10 paid holidays 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 www.columbushouse.org Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply

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