Location: Hempstead NY | Salary: $20-22/Hour | Schedule: Part-Time, 28 hours per week

The Opportunity

Make a difference in the lives of people and your community by helping them access services. The Transportation Specialist will be responsible for assisting and coordinating transportation for individuals to Family & Children's Association's Certified Community Behavioral Health Center for treatment services. The Transportation Specialist will provide direct services to clients by using a company van to transport individuals to the centers after being discharged from the hospital. The position includes helping oversee and support the agency food pantries.

Responsibilities

•  Coordinate transportation for clients attending treatment services
• Schedule rides using online transportation systems
• Transport clients safely using a company van when needed
• Assist transporting hospital-discharged individuals to FCA's outpatient treatment centers
• Monitor and facilitate the purchasing and distribution of OMNY cards.
• Communicate effectively using a person-centered and strength-based approach with clients, treatment teams, and service providers
• Enter client notes and transportation data into agency systems
• Help maintain and support agency food pantries
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations while maintaining client confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA policies and patient rights procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License for at least two years and have completed a defensive driving course within the past 3 years or complete the online course within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred bilingual – Spanish and English speaking.

Compensation

The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.