Client Transporter

Employee Perks: 6 Paid Holidays 403(B) with Employer Matching Employer Sponsored Outings Job Purpose: The primary purpose of the Client Transporter role is to operate the agency-owned van to safely transport clients to and from community-based treatment programs. The population served are adjudicated youth and at times, their parent/guardian. Looking for a candidate with availability Monday - Friday from 2pm-8pm. Duties and Responsibilities: Follow assigned route for pick up and drop off of clients/assigned passengers Ensure safety of all passengers by following all traffic laws and guidelines including varying traffic conditions and inclement weather Maintain a clean and mechanically sound vehicle at all times Report all vehicle maintenance needs/issues/concerns in a timely manner Keep accurate driving records and reports as required Act in an appropriate and professional manner at all times Ability to deal with varying behaviors and characteristics of clients/passengers including the use of verbal de-escalation skills when necessary Expect clients/passenger’s adherence to transport safety rules and guidelines Adheres to all agency and program, policy and procedure handbooks Completes initial and ongoing agency training as required including building safety, policy and procedure, Growth Works Incorporated (GWI) custom training and Detroit Wayne Connect (DWC) topics Ability to form and maintain positive working relationships with supervisor, co-worker, clients/passengers Complete other duties as assigned by Supervisor Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent; prior professional driving experience with references Have and maintain a valid State of Michigan chauffeur’s license good driving record, reliable transportation and automobile insurance meeting minimum requirements as defined by the agency Ability to work non-traditional schedule including evenings and occasional weekend hours Demonstrate knowledge of service delivery area Knowledge of traffic laws and local ordinances related to transportation Able to implement verbal de-escalation techniques as necessary Ability to work effectively with a diverse population Successful completion of initial and on-going employment screens, including, but not limited to criminal and sex offender background checks, drug screen, abuse and neglect check and vehicle record check as required Available Monday - Friday 2pm-8pm Physical Requirements: Must be able to complete manual tasks while transporting clients such as opening and closing all vehicle doors and ensuring a clean and maintained vehicle Ability to lift and transport materials/supplies up to 25 lbs. for internal documentation and recordkeeping, court support, and other administrative tasks. Schedule: Part time, 20-25 hours/week employee. Must maintain evening hours and a flexible schedule as needed.