Transition Coach: Help Students Launch Their Careers

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated professional to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department. This role focuses on coordinating transition services, coaching students, and securing work-based learning opportunities to help prepare transition students for successful employment.

Responsibilities include collaboration with counselors and the Business Development Specialist, providing job coaching, and ensuring ongoing support during job transitions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with counselors to assist with Pre-Employment Transition Services for transition students.
• Coordinate with the Business Development Specialist to secure work-based learning experiences for transition students.
• Coach and monitor students in JRT services during the summer.
• Prepare consumers for effective job searches with instruction, support, networking, and resources.
• Provide direct job placement and follow-up for student consumers needing assistance.
• Support students requiring supported employment services with coaching, job matching, training, and follow-up.

Education

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

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

Job description

The State of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated professional to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department. This role focuses on coordinating transition services, coaching students, and securing work-based learning opportunities to help prepare transition students for successful employment.

Responsibilities include collaboration with counselors and the Business Development Specialist, providing job coaching, and ensuring ongoing support during job transitions.