Transportation Clerk / Youth Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid CEUs

Career development

Supervision for BBS hours

Time off

Employee recognition

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Transportation Clerk who also serves as a Youth Counselor at Star View Adolescent Center in Torrance, CA. The role involves coordinating client transportation, supporting off-site appointments, and logging client details with care and professionalism.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, employer-paid medical, dental and vision, generous time off, and opportunities for paid CEU training and career development.

Qualifications

• Direct care staff willingness when not actively transporting clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with clients, staff and the public.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Transport and monitor clients during off-site appointments and outings.
• Work as Youth Counselor when not transporting clients.
• Coordinate and schedule client transportation as directed.
• Document client appointments and behaviors.
• Monitor client behavior to protect self-esteem and relationships with other agencies.
• Perform vehicle safety checks before each use.

Skills

Direct care

Communication

Independence

Education

High School Diploma + 1 year direct service

High School Diploma + 2 years direct service with adults

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: Transportation Clerk / Youth Counselor Division/Program: Star View Adolescent Center

Starting Compensation: 25.00 - 25.50 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Torrance, CA

Working Hours/Shift: Tuesday - Saturday

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

Driving Requirements:

• Active, valid California Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) with a Passenger (P) endorsement (Required).
• Clean DMV driving record printout.
• Must meet all regulatory age requirements for commercial transport.
• Flexibility and willingness to fluctuate work hours to accommodate client transportation schedules.

Education & Experience | Must meet one of the following:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) PLUS one (1) year of direct service experience working with emotionally disturbed adolescents.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) PLUS two (2) years of direct service experience working with emotionally disturbed adults.

Core Skills:

• Willingness to work as direct care staff in the milieu when not actively transporting clients.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, staff, and the public.
• Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision.

How you will make a difference (job overview):

The Transportation Clerk is responsible for transporting and monitoring clients during off-site appointments and outings, as well as other transportation assignments.

When not transporting clients, works as a Youth Counselor.

Coordinates and schedules client transportation, as directed.

Documents client appointments and behaviors.

Monitors client behavior to avoid damaging their self esteem and/or the facilities relationship with other agencies.

Provides input via observation of concerns and asking appropriate questions.

Conducts vehicle safety check before each use.

Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.

Division & Program Overview:

• Population Served: A comprehensive mental health in patient residential facility for adolescents; Statewide service for up to 60 adolescents (ages 12–17) experiencing severe mental health challenges.
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 locked, highly secure inpatient residential campus operating with the highest standards of dignity and care since 1988.
• Programs: Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF), Community Treatment Facility (CTF), and an on-site Non-Public High School (SBHS).
• Clinical Services: Multidisciplinary mental health services, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and Intensive Day Treatment Program.
• Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information: [e-mail]

Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges.

At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California.

As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.

We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team.

SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.