Youth Care Specialist KS

Cornerstones of Care; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

9 Paid Holidays

Flexible PTO

Paid Sick Leave

401K with employer match

Dental & vision coverage

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cornerstones of Care is seeking a full-time driver/transport aide in Kansas City, KS to support foster care youth by transporting them to placements and court dates. This role requires a clean driving record, a valid Kansas license, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The position offers hourly compensation in the mid-teens to low twenties, with comprehensive benefits for eligible employees and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of work experience working with youth is preferred.
• Must be 21+ and pass background check, physical exam, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate compassion for and commit to working with children and adolescents in foster care.
• Coordinate and ensure safe transportation of youth to placements and designated locations.
• Safely transport youth, belongings, medications, and required documentation to visits, appointments, court, and activities.
• Monitor and document client behavior during transport and report concerns.

Skills

Compassion for youth

Youth work experience

Passion for transportation safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Kansas City, KS 66102 – Office (Kansas City, KS 66102)
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $18.50 – $21.00 (Hourly)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate compassion for and a commitment to working with children and adolescents in the foster care system.
• Coordinate and ensure the safe transportation of youth to and from placements and other designated locations.
• Safely and reliably transport youth, their personal belongings, medications, and required documentation to designated locations such as visits, appointments, court, and other activities.
• Monitor, observe, and document client behavior and activities during transport, reporting concerns as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client and agency information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Two years of work experience working with youth (preferred).
• At least 21 years of age and pass a background check, physical exam, and drug screening.
• A valid driver’s license in the state you reside in, proof of current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• 9 Paid Holidays, Flexible Paid Time Off, and Paid Sick Leave.
• Health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental, vision) for team members working at least 30 hours per week.
• Cafeteria plans (Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts).
• Ancillary insurance benefits (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term disability insurance, voluntary life).
• Long-term disability insurance and basic term life/AD&D insurance at no cost.
• Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer