TRANSPORTATION WORKER - FC

The House of the Good Shepherd; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The House of the Good Shepherd in Utica, NY is seeking an energetic transport specialist to provide safe transportation for clients and families within the foster care system. You will transport to medical, educational, clinical and visitation appointments.

This role requires a valid NY driver's license, a clean driving record, and at least two years of driving experience, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills to support youth and ensure safety.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Interpersonal problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding the basic needs and developmental challenges of children.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients and families to appointments.
• Collect provider notes and copies for providers/nurses.
• Provide supervision to youth based on age and needs.
• Complete required agency trainings.
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal problem-solving

Driver safety

Active listening

Understanding child development

Mandated reporting knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Basic Function/Overall Responsibilities: To provide safe transportation and support for clients and families within the foster care system. Types of trips include, but are not limited to, transport for medical, educational, clinical and visitation.M-F daysPrincipal Assigned Responsibilities:Transport clients and families to appointments related to/from medical, educational, clerical and visitation appointments.Collect provider notes, make necessary copies to give to providers and nurses.Provide appropriate supervision to youth based on age and identified treatment needs.Complete all required agency trainings.Other tasks as requested by supervisor.Education and Experience Requirements:1. High school diploma or GED required.2. Experience working with children who have behavioral and/or mental health issues preferred.3. Must have a valid and clean New York State drivers license and at least 2 years of driving experience.Required Knowledge, Skills or Abilities and Competencies:1. Commitment to embracing and following the Seven Commitments of the Santuary Model.2. Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal.3. Utilization of interpersonal problem-solving skills.4. Understanding the basic needs and developmental challenges of children in a way that respects their individually and promotes growth and ensure physical and emotional safety.5. Understanding of appropriate infection control practices, including appropriate hand washing procedures.6. Follows mandated reporting requirements regarding child abuse and neglect.7. Asks age and developmentally appropriate questions and actively listens to children’s responses.8. Valid and clean New York State driving license.