About Tamara Jones
Providing nonjudgmental support to individuals navigating substance use concerns and working toward positive changes in their lives and careers.
A Trusted Advocate for Commercial Drivers
Tamara Jones provides nonjudgmental support to individuals navigating substance use concerns and working toward positive changes in their lives and careers.
Tamara earned her Bachelor's degree from Georgia Southern University and her Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Troy University. She is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADCII) and holds a MATS credential.
Throughout her career, Tamara has worked in multiple areas of social services and substance abuse treatment, gaining extensive experience supporting individuals with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs. She has worked with New Progressions since 2015 and currently serves as an ADSS Program Manager, where she provides leadership and supports the delivery of substance abuse services.
Tamara brings this experience and commitment to her work as a DOT Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). She understands that a DOT violation can have a significant impact on a driver's employment, career goals, and future opportunities. Her approach is professional, respectful, and focused on helping individuals understand the SAP process, address substance use concerns, complete recommended services, and work toward meeting the requirements for returning to safety-sensitive duties.
Through Road Ready DOT SAP Services, Tamara provides professional DOT SAP evaluation services designed to help employees navigate the return-to-duty process with clarity, accountability, and respect. Her goal is simply to help drivers understand the process, complete the steps necessary for compliance, and get back on the road safely and responsibly.
Credentials & Certifications
Substance Abuse Professional
Federally qualified under 49 CFR Part 40 to evaluate DOT-regulated employees and recommend education or treatment following a drug or alcohol violation.
Master of Public Administration
Graduate degree from Troy University — providing a strong foundation in policy, public health systems, and organizational management for navigating regulatory compliance.
Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor II
Advanced clinical certification demonstrating expertise in substance use disorder assessment, counseling, and treatment planning.
MATS Credential
Professional credential reflecting specialized training and competency in substance abuse treatment services.
DOT-Certified SAP
Fully certified and current with all DOT/FMCSA continuing education requirements for Substance Abuse Professionals.
Our Mission
To provide every commercial driver with a compassionate, confidential, and fully compliant DOT SAP evaluation — so they can return to work with confidence and their employer can maintain a safe, drug-free workplace.
Confidentiality
All evaluations and records are handled with strict confidentiality per 49 CFR Part 40.
Compliance
Every step of our process meets or exceeds federal DOT/FMCSA regulatory requirements.
Compassion
We treat every client as a whole person — not just a case file — with dignity and respect.
Clarity
We explain every step of the process so drivers and employers always know where they stand.
Ready to Start the Process?
Schedule your evaluation or submit your intake form today. Same-week appointments are often available.