Youth Transport Specialist – Behavioral Health

perimeterhealthcare; Saint Robert (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Retirement plan with employer match

Insurance options

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Saint Robert is seeking a Transport Coordinator to safely move adolescents with behavioral and medical needs within the facility, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with hospital policies.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate transports, monitor patient conditions, and maintain clean transport areas. A high school diploma, valid MO license, and age 21+ are required; prior mental health experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Missouri Driver's License with appropriate endorsement/s.
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Experience in a mental health setting (preferably with adolescents) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport adolescents to and from various departments within the hospital, including diagnostic areas, therapy sessions, and patient rooms, while ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Assist patients during transport by providing guidance, reassurance, and support to alleviate anxiety or discomfort.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to coordinate transport schedule and respond promptly to transport requests.
• Maintain a clean and organized transport area and ensure equipment, such as stretchers and wheelchairs, is in good working condition and properly sanitized.
• Monitor and document patient conditions during transport, reporting any significant change or concerns to appropriate healthcare personnel.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Saint Robert is seeking a Transport Coordinator to safely move adolescents with behavioral and medical needs within the facility, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with hospital policies.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate transports, monitor patient conditions, and maintain clean transport areas. A high school diploma, valid MO license, and age 21+ are required; prior mental health experience is a plus.