Student Transition Coordinator (Part Time)

A Day in the Life

Works closely with school administration and teachers to determine programming, curriculum and selecting candidates for Pre-Employment Transition Services.

Creates and maintains relationships with area employers who can provide work-based experience job sites for our students.

Provides services such as job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, counseling on opportunities for post-secondary education, workplace readiness training and instruction on self-advocacy.

Maintains relationships with area work based learning experience site employers.

Tests trainees and students to measure progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the training and documentation of all training.

Conducts on-site observations of individuals enrolled in work assessment/evaluation components and provides required written reports. Evaluates and provides feedback to program participants.

Meets with the client’s/student’s work site supervisor to discuss and document performance and program progress.

Provides support services such as; job seeking skills, bus training or other transportation assistance, advocacy, referral services and crisis intervention.

Qualifications

• An Associates or Bachelor's degree is preferred, or 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• The ability to develop and maintain relationships with area employers who can provide work-based learning experiences for our students.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in the use of smart phone and laptop computer.
• Must be able to pass a background check and have a valid driver license with a suitable driving record.

Essential Functions

• Captures and documents the functions/programming of the Pre-Employment Transition Services program.
• Works collaboratively with the VP of Transition Services in reviewing and ensuring VR program and contract compliance.
• Standardizes the delivery of services for the Pre-Ets process including technology/software used to facilitate remote services.
• Able to creatively engage students with curriculum and activities that promote growth in the five core service areas of focus. Formulates teaching outlines and determine appropriate instruction methods. Selects or develops teaching aids – handouts, power point presentations, workbooks, etc.
• Creates, documents and maintains forms and records used for Pre-Ets services including methods of tracking Pre-Ets activities, students and schools.
• Coordinates assigned area school systems Pre-Employment Services.
• Works closely with school administration, Student Transition Coordinators and teachers to determine programming and appropriate curriculum for Pre-Employment Transition Services.
• Works closely with school administrators, Student Transition Coordinators and teachers assisting in selecting candidates for the Pre-Employment Transition Services programs.
• Completes all required documentation, reports, paperwork and billing for selected students and services accurately and in a timely manner.
• Attends student/parent case conferences when appropriate.
• Provides Pre-Employment Services to students in individual and / or group settings; job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, counseling on opportunities for post-secondary education, workplace readiness training and instruction on self-advocacy.
• Identifies the individual needs of each student and creates a portfolio to document the work readiness and accomplishments for potential employers.
• Marksets student work-based learning experiences to area businesses through the use of direct mailings/emails, personal/phone presentations, relationship building and networking.
• Maintains relationships with area work based learning experience site employers.
• Creates and maintains summer programs for students outside the regular school year.
• Tests trainees and students to measure progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the training and documentation of all training.
• Conducts on-site observations of individuals enrolled in work assessment/evaluation components and provides required written reports. Evaluates and provides feedback to program participants.
• Meets with the client’s/student’s work site supervisor to discuss and document performance and program progress.
• Provides support services such as; job seeking skills, bus training or other transportation assistance, advocacy, referral services and crisis intervention.
• Interacts cooperatively with co-workers and referral sources to ensure smooth delivery of services.
• Fulfills all safety rules and practices.
• Performs all other duties as may be assigned by management in the process of carrying out the mission of Goodwill Industries

Non-Essential Functions

• Conducts needs assessments as directed.
• Orders and maintains adequate supplies.
• Works cooperatively with Employment Specialist and Job Support Specialist to provide support and training to individuals in other Goodwill services as necessary.