Transportation Clerk / Youth Counselor

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Job Title:

Transportation Clerk / Youth Counselor

Division/Program:

Star View Adolescent Center

Starting Compensation:

25.00 - 25.50 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Torrance, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Tuesday - Saturday

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 SBHG (Qualifications)

Driving Requirements

• Active, valid California Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) with a Passenger (P) endorsemen t (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 and monitoring clients during off-site appointments and outings, as well as other transportation assignments. When not transporting clients, works as a Youth Counselor. Coordinates and schedules client transportation, as directed. Documents client appointments and behaviors. Monitors client behavior to avoid damaging their self esteem and/or the facilities relationship with other agencies. Provides input via observation of concerns and asking appropriate questions. Conducts vehicle safety check before each use. 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 12–17) 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 (SBHS).
• Clinical Services: Multidisciplinary mental health services, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and Intensive Day Treatment Program.

Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

svacrecruit@starsinc.com