Bilingual Youth Transporter for Reunification & Care

National Youth Advocate Program; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Transporter Specialist for the La Jornada Program in East Chicago, IN. The role focuses on coordinating transportation and physically escorting unaccompanied youth as they journey toward reunification with sponsors.

The position requires travel up to 40–50% and emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork within a mission-driven nonprofit serving children, youth, and families.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation and physically escort youth to appointments and reunifications.
• Travel out of state up to 40–50% for reunification efforts.
• Maintain daily roster of times, destinations, and transporters; document missed appointments.
• Provide safety training to new hires every three weeks; report vehicle needs.
• Ensure vehicles are clean, fueled, and secure; manage transport logistics and records.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Transporter Specialist for the La Jornada Program in East Chicago, IN. The role focuses on coordinating transportation and physically escorting unaccompanied youth as they journey toward reunification with sponsors.

The position requires travel up to 40–50% and emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork within a mission-driven nonprofit serving children, youth, and families.