Empowerment Catalyst: Pre-ETS Transition Specialist

Kids for the Future; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Hillsborough, NC is seeking a Transition Specialist to help high school students with disabilities prepare for life after graduation by delivering Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) in schools, communities, and workplaces.

You will mentor students, coordinate job shadowing and internships, document progress, travel between locations, and collaborate with families, schools, employers, and rehabilitation staff to support employment and independence.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office and Google Workspace.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities in school, community, and workplace settings.
• Deliver engaging instruction on career exploration, workplace readiness, self-advocacy, and postsecondary planning.
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and support students in job shadowing, internships, and work-based learning.
• Assist students in developing workplace skills and professional behaviors for employment and education.
• Build relationships with school personnel, parents/guardians, employers, and community partners to support outcomes.
• Monitor progress, provide guidance, and maintain documentation and program reports.

Skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Judgment

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Kids for the Future in Hillsborough, NC is seeking a Transition Specialist to help high school students with disabilities prepare for life after graduation by delivering Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) in schools, communities, and workplaces.

You will mentor students, coordinate job shadowing and internships, document progress, travel between locations, and collaborate with families, schools, employers, and rehabilitation staff to support employment and independence.