Transportation and Support Specialist in Mount Vernon, New York at Rising Ground, Inc.

Vehicle & Fleet Management

Oversee agency vehicles across sites to ensure they are safe, clean, and operational. Coordinate vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, and required documentation (registrations, insurance, etc.).

Cross-Site Operational Support & Communication

Provide support across multiple RTC locations to ensure continuity of transportation and operations, including coverage during high-need or emergency situations. Maintain consistent communication with residential, clinical, education, and leadership teams and provide timely updates on transportation operations, delays, and fleet status.

Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED required. A safe driving record as determined by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles required. Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional, behavioral, or developmental disabilities in a residential, educational, or therapeutic setting. Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing residential treatment programs and special education services. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families, school personnel, and external agencies. Ability to manage complex cases, implement treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary. Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for all students.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Work Environment

Field

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. The work hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm and 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive salary structureHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company match PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)Remote / flexible work options (If applicable)

Additional Requirements

Authorized to work in the U.S.Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.