Transporter

Transporter – Youth Behavioral Health
Location: Nashville, TN - Harpeth Primary Assessment Center 
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 / hr

About Youth Opportunity & Harpeth Primary Assessment Center 

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth. Harpeth Primary Assessment Center in Nashville, Tennessee is a secure, 24‑bed assessment center providing trauma‑informed care to girls ages 10 to 17. This temporary program combines structured clinical assessment, individualized support planning, and daily therapeutic services in a highly supportive and structured environment.

Youth typically remain in care for about 30 days, during which they receive intake, multidisciplinary evaluation, education, independent living and social skills training, and initial mental health stabilization. Programming occurs in small group units designed to support accurate placement recommendations, emotional safety, and family engagement while preparing youth for the next phase of care.

Position Summary – Transporter Job in Nashville, TN 
We are hiring a Transporter to support transportation services at Harpeth Primary Assessment Center. This role is ideal for individuals with safe driving experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to providing a secure and supportive environment for youth. You will transport youth to and from the program and other activities, maintain vehicles, and assist staff in ensuring youth safety during transport.

Transporter Job Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period

Free RX delivery on most medications

Tuition reimbursement and professional development

Robust Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Why Join Youth Opportunity?

Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth

Work in a trauma-informed, structured, and supportive residential environment

Contribute to the safety and well-being of youth through safe and reliable transportation

Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

Transporter Responsibilities

Provide scheduled transportation services for youth to and from the program and other activities as needed

Assist in developing and maintaining efficient pick-up and delivery route schedules

Operate vans and other vehicles safely and in accordance with YOI policies and traffic laws

Maintain, inspect, clean, and perform basic operator-level maintenance on assigned vehicles

Complete vehicle safety checklists before and after each use

Supervise youth during transport and ensure safe behavior

Report unsafe vehicle issues or incidents immediately

Other Duties Include

Maintain high standards of role model behavior for youth

Maintain contact with program staff during transport, without operating the vehicle while using a phone

Participate in training and development activities as required

Report any acts or conditions that may indicate inappropriate youth-to-youth or staff-to-youth interactions

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior safe driving experience and proven safe driving record

Ability to relate to a wide diversity of youth and adults

Preferred Experience

Two years’ work experience with youth preferred

Familiarity with residential treatment or youth programs

Other Requirements

Physical Demands: Ability to transport youth; maintain sitting position for at least half of the day; occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds; maintain focus on road and traffic conditions while supervising youth; must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state.

Other: Must maintain a valid state driver’s license and meet state criminal background check requirements. Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends. Must meet requirements for YOI’s auto insurance and be authorized to drive for business purposes.

How to Apply
Click “Apply Now” through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit www.youthopportunity.com/yourfuture to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.