Transportation Program Supervisor

Sevita • Bakersfield, CA

3d

About The Position

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.
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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in Human Services field.
• 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Prior van driving experienced preferred
• 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: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees