Transition Coach: Empower Students with a Flexible Schedule

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

15 days annual leave (vacation)

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State Retirement Plan

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is seeking specialists to support Pre-Employment Transition Services for students, coordinate with the Business Development Specialist to create work-based learning opportunities, and coach students during their transitions into work.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in related fields and two years of rehab experience, with a Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Vocational Evaluation, Rehabilitation Counseling, Technical or Adult Education, or Psychology; two years of rehabilitation or related experience.
• High school diploma and related experience may substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree in Vocational Evaluation, Rehabilitation Counseling, Technical or Adult Education, or Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with counselors to assist with Pre-Employment Transition Services for transition students.
• Coordinating with the Business Development Specialist to secure work-based learning experiences for transition students.
• Assisting in coaching and monitoring students in JRT services during the summer.
• Preparing consumers to conduct effective job searches with resources and networking opportunities.
• Providing direct job placement and follow-up for student consumers.
• Supporting students needing supported employment services with job coaching, job matching, and on-the-job training.
• Providing ongoing support during student's job transition and monitoring progress.
• Providing job coaching for Trial Work Experiences (TWE).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Vocational Evaluation, Rehabilitation Counseling, Technical or Adult Education, or Psychology

Master's degree in Vocational Evaluation, Rehabilitation Counseling, Technical or Adult Education, or Psychology

Job description

The State of South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is seeking specialists to support Pre-Employment Transition Services for students, coordinate with the Business Development Specialist to create work-based learning opportunities, and coach students during their transitions into work.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in related fields and two years of rehab experience, with a Master’s degree preferred.