Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:

Transporter

Department:

Location:

Foster Family Services

Montebello

Reports To:

Program Director

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Salary Range:          $21.63 - $22.60

Position Summary:   To operate government vehicles to transport children to and from the center and medical appointments, as well as proctoring the education environment throughout the school day for ratio purposes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Transport clients inside and outside of the facility to designated areas in a punctual and timely manner.
• Routinely complies with the standards set forth by CARF and HIPAA.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Safely operate company vehicles to transport passenger to designated locations.
• Use of appropriate car seats for occupants under 8-years of age and/or under 4 feet 9 inches tall.
• Use of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that could impair abilities before or while driving is prohibited.
• Maintain compliance with the state of California Wireless Communications Device Law.
• Adherence to all road safety and traffic signals.
• Use of seat belts within California laws and regulations.
• Maintain compliance with predetermined transportation schedules as defined by the Assistant Program Director.
• Transporters will share their location by text from their work iPhones with the Assistant Program Director.
• Transporters work cell phones may be turn off after hours to ensure privacy of personal whereabouts when not operating government vehicles.
• Transporters will notify the Assistant Program Director at the start and finish of each daily shift.
• Function as proctors for the classrooms during the education hours.
• Assist with lunch coverage for children, as scheduled by the Assistant Program Director.
• Work other than that which is relative to the performance of one's work responsibilities, and the mission of the company, is prohibit.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures is not optional.
• Use of government vehicles for personal reasons is prohibited.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Competencies:   To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Qualifications:   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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