Transportation Specialist

Childnet Inc • West Palm Beach, FL

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About The Position

ChildNet, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit community-based care (CBC) agency servicing Broward and Palm Beach County. We are contracted with the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, to provide case management support to abused, abandoned, and neglected children. ChildNet is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) and employs over 600 staff at its location in Ft Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida.

Job Summary: This position transports children to service providers, medical and dental appointments, school, family visits, placements, and other support services in addition to covering 72-hour visitations, hospital ER visits, placements and DJJ discharges.

The items listed below are intended to provide an overview of the essential functions of the job. This is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that the position may be required to provide.

Requirements

• One (1) year of Social Services experience
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to make complex decisions and balance the needs of stakeholders involved
• Knowledge of Microsoft suite programs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in business preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient transportation routes to arrive at destinations on time.
• Keep the Transportation Coordinator informed of potential delays to transportation.
• Maintain logs of arrival and departure times for destinations.
• Care for children while they await placement or transportation.   Provide for their safety, provide food if necessary, and see to their comfort.
• Update information system with transportation data including children resource trip records.
• Maintain vehicles in accordance with ChildNet's Fleet Safety Program and maintenance standards.
• Operate vehicles safely observing all rules of the road to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in the vehicle.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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