Transporter, Case Aide (per diem)

TRANSPORTER, CASE AIDE 

Program: Out of Home Services  

Type: per diem / Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $19 – $21 (hourly)   

Location: Albany, NY - Remote/Hybrid

Job Ref. #: 0125

Schedule: Will vary – As needed

Our Mission

St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.

Our Vision

St. Catherine’s willingness to embrace change and develop new services is, and will remain, our guiding philosophy as we support the human service needs of children, families, and adults throughout the region.

If you would like to learn more about us, please visit our website at: www.st-cath.org

Position Overview

The Transporter, Case Aide is primarily responsible for transporting foster care children to and from case-related appointments which may include, but are not limited to, medical appointments, therapy appointments, and family visitation. Additionally, the Transporter, Case Aide is also responsible for assisting the Family Specialists in other case-related functions which may include helping with family visits.

Position Requirements & Specifications  

• High School diploma / GED Equivalent, required
• Clean and Valid New York State Driver’s License (actively licensed at least one year) - required*
• Capable of directing children in a structured environment
• Possess an attitude of compassion for children in crisis
• Physical and emotional health conducive to working with children in care
• It is essential to have patience, flexibility and adaptability
• Experience with children who have a range of mental health diagnosis
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Willing and able to work in close proximity with the clients we serve

*Staff in driving positions must be able to meet the agency’s minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers including, but not limited to the minimum age of 21 at time of hire, and the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Transport children to and from case-related appointments.
• Communicate with medical professionals, therapists, and caseworkers about the child’s current needs and issues.
• Appropriately clean out the vehicle after each transport.
• Assist with case-related family visitations.
• Set limits necessary to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment when transporting children.
• Following transport of other case-related contacts, update the child’s Family Specialist or Program Supervisor on the quality of the contact, detailing any unusual or concerning behavior.
• Assist with other case-related functions directed by program staff.
• Additional position-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor.

What We Offer You**  

• Competitive Pay Rates with an Excellent Benefits Package
• Generous Combined Leave Time accruals (CLT) 
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Training, including TCI and CPR/AED/First Aid Certification & Update courses, if role appropriate
• Travel/ Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
• The Comfort of a Business Casual Environment
• Our Commitment to Collaboratively Embrace Mindfulness, Relevance, Respect and Solidarity.

**To qualify, certain conditions may apply

About Us: 

St. Catherine’s Center for Children is a non-profit organization located in the Greater Capital Region of New York. We offer a wide array of human services designed to meet the needs of vulnerable children, families and adults, including residential and therapeutic foster care programs for children and youth, Kinship support, homeless and community-based services for adults and families, a special education elementary school for ages 5-13, and so much more. 

St. Catherine’s is committed to cultivating a culture where all employees feel safe to bring their authentic and best selves to the workplace. We are invested in fostering an equitable, inclusive and diversified workplace; collaboratively embracing mindfulness, relevance, respect and solidarity. 

If you would like to learn more about our programs, please visit our website at: www.st-cath.org

EEO Statement: St. Catherine’s Center for Children is committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, reproductive health and pregnancy, family history and genetics, disability, age, military status, veteran status, politics, or other beliefs, and any other characteristics protected by law. 

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