SUMMARY 

The Family Service League is seeking a part-time Transportation Aide for a homeless shelter in Brentwood. The Transportation Aide will be responsible fornavigating and assisting students and parents with the morning bus procedures. The Transportation Aide will work collaboratively with clients, educational and recreational program staff, case management, Department of Social Services (DSS), school districts, and school transportation offices. Additionally, the Transportation Aide will offer guidance and support to families, foster positive relationships, and provide safe supervision of children. 

**$1,500 Sign-On Bonus!**

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• The Transportation Aide will provide direct interaction and support to children and families residing in emergency housing to build upon strengths and resources.
• Assume bus duties for morning school transportation hours to ensure all children leaving for school are adequately supervised and board the correct bus.
• Monitor and record school attendance and document reason for absence.
• Deliver daily documentation to Supervisor and Coordinator related to school attendance.
• The Transportation Aide will communicate any transportation changes to client, case management, Supervisor, and Coordinator.
• Practice excellent supervision and monitoring skills pertaining to the safety of children.
• Assume bus duties to ensure all children are adequately supervised.
• Assist with special department projects.
• Work closely with program staff to implement and maintain program performance standards.
• Assist and engage in enriching, interactive and developmentally appropriate departmental activities with families.
• Set and observe appropriate boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA protocols.
• The Transportation Aide will attend scheduled team meetings, individual supervision, and training as required.
• Oversee compliance of rules, regulations, and policies of shelter.
• Adhere to identified schedules and routines.
• Advocate for client needs.
• Responsible for reading and understanding Policy and Procedure Manual. · Required to read and respond to daily emails.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 

Minimum of 1 year of experience in Human Services or related field.

Knowledge of the homeless population preferred. 

Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, required.

Excellent organizational and time management skills required. 

Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required. 

Bilingual in Spanish preferred. 

Early morning availability required. Monday through Friday 6am to 10am. 

“Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that meets the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. Family Service League strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for any positions for which they feel potentially qualified.”