TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

at State of Illinois in Hines, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Transportation Officer for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to perform responsible skilled work as a member of a two-person team utilized to transport patients committed to the Department of Human Services. Operates and drives various types of vehicles. Visually observes and assures the security, custody, safety, and general well-being of all patients. Keeps assigned vehicles in good operational order. Develops written reports and/or orally communicates to supervisor.

1. Performs responsible skilled work as a member of a two-person team utilized to transport patients committed to the Department of Human Services.
2. Visually observes and assures the security, custody, safety, and general well-being of all patients transported while in transit.
3. Keeps assigned vehicles in good operational order while enroute.
4. Cooperates with departmental personnel and law enforcement agencies in arranging for pickup and return of patient to county/correctional facilities.
5. Obtains meals for patients being transported and for obtaining medical aid in the event of serious illness or accident while in transit.
6. Develops written reports and/or orally communicates to supervisor of incidents or misconduct during transportation.
7. Provides additional custodial coverage and support to supplement and augment the regular security therapy aide roll.
8. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.