Transportation Program Supervisor

Sevita • Bakersfield, CA

2d

About The Position

Transportation Day Program Supervisor Monday through Friday, 7am-3:30pm $43,804.80/yr The Transportation Supervisor maintains the day-to-day operations of the transportation department to ensure safe transport of participants and is responsible for coordinating and scheduling transportation. Responsibilities Manages the operation of the transportation department. Responsible for transportation services budget, tracks fuel expenditures. Responsible for adherence to DOT requirements including, licensing registrations and inspections. Maintains the van fleet. Selects vendors for servicing, repairs and general maintenance. Supervises a team of drivers. Provides necessary staff development and training to drivers to ensure transportation needs and requirements are met. Manages transportation of clients to and from the facility. Responsible for employee schedules for coverage, and client schedules for pick up and drop off. Plans daily and weekly routes, appointment schedules, and coordinates transport for field trips. Assists with transportation of clients as needed. Recognizes signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and reports to supervising nurse for follow up. Understands 'Patients' Rights and Responsibilities' and serves as an advocate for clients. Performs assigned duties related to participants' care needs. Complies with policies and procedures, regulatory, and legal requirements of practice. Documents in an accurate legible and concise manner as required. Exhibits professional demeanor in dress and behavior; adheres to dress code. Attends in-services and related educational programs each year. Assists in other areas of the program including activity, food service, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in Human Services field.
• At least 1 year of experience providing direct care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Current and valid CA driver's license with at least 1 year of driving history.
• Exceptional communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport quickly.
• A good listener with an ability to empathize while still providing guidance.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of supervisory experience preferred
• Prior van driving experienced preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages the operation of the transportation department.
• Responsible for transportation services budget, tracks fuel expenditures.
• Responsible for adherence to DOT requirements including, licensing registrations and inspections.
• Maintains the van fleet.
• Selects vendors for servicing, repairs and general maintenance.
• Supervises a team of drivers.
• Provides necessary staff development and training to drivers to ensure transportation needs and requirements are met.
• Manages transportation of clients to and from the facility.
• Responsible for employee schedules for coverage, and client schedules for pick up and drop off.
• Plans daily and weekly routes, appointment schedules, and coordinates transport for field trips.
• Assists with transportation of clients as needed.
• Recognizes signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and reports to supervising nurse for follow up.
• Understands 'Patients' Rights and Responsibilities' and serves as an advocate for clients.
• Performs assigned duties related to participants' care needs.
• Complies with policies and procedures, regulatory, and legal requirements of practice.
• Documents in an accurate legible and concise manner as required.
• Exhibits professional demeanor in dress and behavior; adheres to dress code.
• Attends in-services and related educational programs each year.
• Assists in other areas of the program including activity, food service, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED