Transportation Specialist (Mental Health)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION: The Transportation Specialist I (TS I) at Tatum Psychology Employment Group is responsible for safely transporting patients and staff between facilities, appointments, and program activities. The TS I follows assigned routes, assists passengers, and maintains vehicles in a clean and safe operating condition. This position requires punctuality, dependability, and professional conduct with patients and staff at all times, along with a clean driving record. The TS I works under the supervision of the Transportation Specialist III (Lead) and does not provide medical, nursing, or therapeutic services. Monday - Friday: 7:30AM - 4:00PM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Safe Driving & Passenger Support Practices safe, responsible driving while complying with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies. Follows assigned routes, uses GPS navigation, and adapts to traffic conditions to maintain reliable and timely transportation. Assists passengers as needed, including opening vehicle doors and supporting safe entry and exit. Safely loads, secures, and unloads cargo, luggage, and equipment while maintaining efficient transportation operations and schedule adherence. Vehicle Care & Maintenance Maintains a clean, professional, and safe vehicle environment by performing routine cleaning, inspections, fueling, and basic maintenance tasks. Documentation & Compliance Completes accurate trip logs, mileage records, and transportation reports to support compliance, safety, and operational tracking. Other duties as assigned. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: Performs other duties as may be assigned. Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners. Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization. Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.) Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines. Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies. Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning. The description of job functions reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal duties, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Employees who hold this position may be asked to perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. SKILLS: Safe and defensive driving. Passenger assistance. Time management. Professional communication. Basic vehicle maintenance awareness. Documentation accuracy. OTHER EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED: 0-1 year of driving experience in health care, mental/behavioral health, or group home facilities. Must be punctual, dependable, and maintain professional conduct with clients and staff at all times, and maintain a clean driving record throughout employment. Experience transporting individuals with behavioral health needs, basic knowledge of patient rights and professional boundaries, and familiarity with GPS and route planning tools preferred. Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization. Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff, supervisors, managed health care clinicians, and medical/mental health professionals. Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and g…

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