Operations Aide

Bay Area Turning Point Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc. is seeking an Operations Aide to transport clients to appointments, interviews, and resources, supporting shelter and non-residential services. The role requires documenting outcomes and maintaining vehicle readiness.

The candidate will assist with donations and client services as needed. The position is full-time with a 40-hour workweek and a schedule that can include evenings and weekends to meet transportation needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and clean driving record.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in transportation services.
• Pass criminal background check and motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation assistance for shelter, hotel and non-residential clients.
• Schedule and maintain a weekly calendar of approved client transportation.
• Document client transportation and submit weekly logs.
• Inspect agency vehicles for maintenance and cleanliness.
• Assist with donations pickups/drop-offs for clients.
• Answer the agency's 24-hour crisis intervention hotline.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Transportation coordination

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Diverse clients handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Texas Driver's License

Job description

Job Title: Operations Aide

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Client Services Program

Reports to: Crisis Intervention Manager

Effective Date:

Pay Rate: $37,200 year $17.88 hour

Position Overview:
The Operations Aide is responsible for the transporting of clients to and from appointments, interviews, and resources to assist in overcoming the abuse they have experienced.

HOURS: 40 hours weekly minimum or as necessary to achieve program objective, tasks, activities, and responsibilities and to effectively document outcome measures and variations.
Typical work schedule to include but not limited to: Sunday – Off, Monday – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm/Tuesday - 8:30 am to 5:30 pm/Wednesday – 2nd & 4th 6:30 am to 2:30 pm/Thursday – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm/Friday – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm/Saturday – Off, with the flexibility to meet the demands of client transportation needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide transportation assistance for shelter, hotel and non-residential clients.




• Schedule and maintain a weekly calendar of approved client transportation.




• Complete proper documentation of client transportation and submit logs weekly for service documentation.




• Assist with weekly walk-through of agency vehicles (4 vans) to ensure proper maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep.




• Assist the Donation Center & Client Closet operations by picking up and dropping off donations from the community for clients.




• Answer the Agency’s crisis intervention via the agency’s 24-hour hotline.




• Other duties as assigned
  Qualifications:




• Minimum of 1 year experience in transportation services.




• Possession of valid, non-suspended Texas Driver’s License.
  Education and Other Requirements:




• High School Diploma or GED equivalent




• Must pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle report, and reference checks




• Must have a clean driving record/ have automobile insurance coverage and be insurable/ have at least 3 years of verifiable driving experience.




• Ability to work untraditional hours, evenings, and weekends.




• Ability to lift/carry/move a minimum of 40 lbs. for an extended distance.
  Job Specific Competencies:




• Ability to demonstrate communication skills.




• Strong planning and organizational skills to effectively manage transportation needs.




• Ability to work with diverse clients and maintain appropriate boundaries in meeting clients’ needs.

I have read and understand the essential job functions that have been outlined in the above job description for Bay Area Turning Point, Inc.

Bay Area Turning Point (BATP) believes that equal opportunity for all employees is important for the continuing success of our organization. In accordance with state and federal law, BATP will not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment because of race, disability, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or non-job related factors in hiring, promotion, demotion, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. Opportunity is provided to all employees based on qualifications and job requirements.

NOTE: It is the policy of BATP not to hire applicants who have received services from our agency within the previous 12 month period.