Lead Transporter

55 Compass Connections; Raymondville (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Retirement plan

Additional benefits

Job summary

Compass Connections in Harlingen, Texas, is hiring compassionate and dependable drivers and transportation staff to support our residential care and foster care programs. The role involves safe, timely transport of children and coordination with caregivers and supervisors.

You will meet federal/state guidelines, maintain safety, and communicate effectively. Fluency in English and Spanish, a high school diploma, and a clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
• Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
• Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
• Demonstrate ability to respond to cultural and socio-economic characteristics; work collaboratively; organize and prioritize responsibilities; work in a fast-paced environment; maintain computer literacy; work independently and within a team.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Compass Connections policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Meet federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
• Use two-way communication radios, cell phones and other equipment as assigned.
• Refrain from using handheld cell phones while operating a vehicle.
• Cooperate with law enforcement during official requests, testing for drugs and alcohol.
• Provide consistent communication with supervisor for transportation concerns, vehicle issues and travel changes.
• Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by the supervisor.
• Foster care program support, recruitment, and coordination with foster parents.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Two-way radios

Job description

It’s a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Make a difference every day with an organization dedicated to doing good and caring for others. Compass Connections believes every child deserves to have a place where they feel safe and loved. Our organization offers emergency shelter and group home placement for children while we work to reunite them with family. We know the sooner family reunification is accomplished, the sooner children can safely integrate into the community and thrive. We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team at our facility in Harlingen, Texas.

ALL Benefits available on the first day of employment. 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision insurance Retirement plan options Additional employer sponsored benefits available.

Hourly Rate: $28.65 an hour.

Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Work Schedule: 7am-5pm Must be able to work weekends.

Academic Req: Required – High school diploma, or equivalent.

Certifications: First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention.

Work experience: Required – Excellent driving record for the past five (5) years.

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:

1. 1. Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
2. 2. Use two-way communication radios, cell phones and other equipment as assigned.
3. 3. Refrain from ever using a handheld cell phone while operating a vehicle.
4. 4. Cooperate with law enforcement authorities in the event an official request, testing for drugs and alcohol.
5. 5. Provide consistent and effective communication with supervisor for any transportation concerns or needs including vehicle issues, coordination difficulties and change in travel plans.
6. 6. Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations.
7. 7. Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor.
8. 8. Model culturally and socially desired behaviors while explaining the behaviors to children to facilitate learning and replication of the behaviors.
9. 9. Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
10. 10. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
11. 11. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.

Other Responsibilities:

1. 1. Work irregular shifts, irregular days and be available when required to transport the service population to assigned destinations including emergency evacuations, medical/dental appointments, court hearings and off-campus outings.
2. 2. Maintain a calendar that tracks and coordinates children’ travel needs to ensure they get to appointments and new placements on schedule.
3. 3. Maintain accurate and up to date vehicle logs.
4. 4. Provide safe, secure, and supervised transportation of the service population assigned to this position for transport.
5. 5. Meet all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
6. 6. Other duties as assigned.
7. 7. Foster Care Programs - Support, encourage, and recruit foster parents.

Requirements:

1. 1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
2. 2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
3. 3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
4. 4. Demonstrate the ability to: a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics. b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals. c. Organize and prioritize responsibilities and duties efficiently. d. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times. e. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position. f. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
5. 5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.

English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Guided by care and compassion, Compass Connections has been impacting and meeting the needs of the community’s most vulnerable children and families through residential care, community-based support, foster care, and adoption services.

Leveraging more than a century of collective child welfare experience, Compass Connections, a Texas based non-profit organization, is a national leader in connecting, strengthening, and transforming families from around the globe.

EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.