Transportation Clerk

Transportation Clerk / Youth Counselor

Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Division/Program: Star View Adolescent Center

Starting Compensation: 25.00 - 26.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Torrance, CA

Working Hours/Shift: Tuesday - Saturday (flexibility)

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities:

• On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SB HG (Qualifications):

Driving Requirements:

• Active, valid California Commercial Driver's License (Class B) with a Passenger (P) endorsement (Required).
• Clean DMV driving record printout.
• Must meet all regulatory age requirements for commercial transport.
• Flexibility and willingness to fluctuate work hours to accommodate client transportation schedules.

Education & Experience | Must meet one of the following:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) PLUS one (1) year of direct service experience working with emotionally disturbed adolescents.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) PLUS two (2) years of direct service experience working with emotionally disturbed adults.

Core Skills:

• Willingness to work as direct care staff in the milieu when not actively transporting clients.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, staff, and the public.
• Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision.

How you will make a difference (job overview):

The Transportation Clerk is responsible for transporting clients to off-site appointments and outings, as well as other transportation assignments. When no transporting assignments are provided, acts as Mental Health Worker. Performs tasks correctly and according to policies and procedures. Coordinates and schedules client transportation, as directed. Documents clients appointments, behavior and any pertinent interactions in the medical record system. Monitors clients during transportation. Conducts vehicle safety check before each use. Protects clients from behavior which could damage their self esteem and/or the facilities relationship with other agencies. Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observation, concerns and asking appropriate questions. Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.

Division & Program Overview:

• Population Served: A comprehensive mental health in patient residential facility for adolescents; Statewide service for up to 60 adolescents (ages 1217) experiencing severe mental health challenges.
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 locked, highly secure inpatient residential campus operating with the highest standards of dignity and care since 1988.
• Programs: Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF), Community Treatment Facility (CTF), and an on-site Non-Public High School.
• Clinical Services: Multidisciplinary mental health services, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and Intensive Day Treatment Program.