Youth Transportation & Support Staff (Driver)

Second Mile Services offers an opportunity for a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic to launch or continue a career in social services. POSITION SUMMARY: Second Mile Services, Inc. is seeking dependable, compassionate, and safety-focused Transportation Specialists to provide transportation services for youth in care. This role is primarily responsible for safely transporting clients to placements, school, appointments, visitation, recreational activities, and other approved destinations while ensuring clients remain safe, supported, and appropriately supervised throughout transport. Transportation Specialists play an important role in creating a calm, structured, and trauma-informed environment during travel. Staff must be able to communicate effectively with youth, respond appropriately to behavioral concerns, and maintain professionalism when working with partner agencies, caregivers, and program staff. While this position is transportation-focused, candidates should also have experience working with children or adolescents who may have behavioral, emotional, or trauma-related needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Safely transport clients to and from approved destinations in accordance with agency policies and traffic laws. Ensure clients’ safety and well-being throughout transportation and community-based activities. Maintain awareness of client behaviors and respond appropriately using trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques when necessary. Build positive and professional relationships with clients through consistency, patience, and respect. Maintain timely and professional communication with supervisors, caregivers, social workers, and partner agencies. Accurately complete transportation logs, trip documentation, incident reports, and other required records. Conduct routine vehicle safety inspections and maintain cleanliness of assigned vehicles. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times. Respond appropriately during emergencies or crisis situations while prioritizing client safety. Provide supportive supervision during transportation and transitions as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience and experience working with children, adolescents, or individuals with behavioral or emotional needs preferred. Candidates should demonstrate safe and responsible driving habits, strong communication and interpersonal skills, professionalism, patience, reliability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Experience working with at-risk or trauma-affected youth and knowledge of trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques are strongly preferred. Applicants must be at least 25 years old, hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, have reliable transportation, and successfully pass criminal background and CPS (Child Protective Services) background checks. Candidates should also be comfortable driving long distances and working flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and emergency transportation assignments as needed. Pay: From $17.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Are you available to work weekends? Do you have reliable transportation? We provide services to many counties throughout Maryland, including Baltimore County, Prince George's County, Charles County, Montgomery County, St. Mary's County, Calvert County, Washington County, Frederick County, Howard County, Harford County, and more. Please list the counties you would prefer to help service. Experience: Childcare: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person

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