Escort Youth Care Worker ORR

Talent at Upbring•Corpus Christi, TX

About The Position

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. Your Mission in Action The Escort , Youth Care Worker, is responsible for transporting unaccompanied children within the state or states nationwide. These transportation services are conducted in accordance with a gency policies, licensing standards, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including Homeland Security .

Requirements

High School diploma , GED or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years of age
One ( 1 ) year of transportation experience; preferably in residential care
Bilingual (English and Spanish based on service area and service population)
Must be at least 21 years of age per licensing requirements
Valid Texas Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance; ability to meet Agency insurance provider guidelines as an insured and approved driver and able to maintain a good driving record
Must be able to work evenings and weekends
Ability to board and un-board i nfants, toddlers, and adolescents and physically secure safely in the company vehicle with car seats, as needed due to ages, weight and height
Clear verbal communication skills and the ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult and stressful situations
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

2 years’ experience transporting children
Experience traveling via airlines and familiarity of navigating through the airport due to possible transfer of flights if needed due to unexpected changes

Responsibilities

Safely transport unaccompanied children to and from scheduled activities and appointments using safety protocols such as DOT safety measures ; use safety protocol to enter and exit unaccompanied children from the vehicle ; and assist with entering and exiting the vehicle, as needed
Conduct pre-and-post trip operational and safety inspection of vehicle and immediately notify management if vehicle does not meet operational or safety standards
Clean and maintain cleanliness of vehicle before and after each transportation
Record mileage for all travel; ensure all vehicle and mileage logs are accurately maintained as well as the confident ia l it y of unaccompanied children according to HIPPA
Inform Senior Transporter of any daily, weekly, and monthly changes to the transportation schedule to meet unaccompanied children’s transportation needs
Report all incidents and accidents to senior transporter in a timely manner according to a gency policies and licensing standards; keep senior transporter informed of any changes in travel or transportation plans
Assist with the evacuation of unaccompanied children during an emergency, inclement weather conditions or natural disaster, or any other unforeseen occurrences
Escort unaccompanied children during scheduled flights, ensure safety, and verify proper identification before unaccompanied child is released to verified sponsor; complete and submit all receipts and release forms after each scheduled flight
E xhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the a gency and is consistent with a gency policies and practices