Transition Coordinator

COORDINATED CARE service inc; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester School of the Holy Childhood, Inc. seeks a Transition Coordinator to create and maintain a skills-based vocational program for students with disabilities.

You will collaborate with school Transition teachers and employers to implement work experiences and supervise job coaches. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, a Work-Based Learning Coordinator certification, and at least two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field required.
• Work-Based Learning Coordinator certification required.
• Two years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities in a supported work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist job developer with new internships worksites.
• Develop, review, and update appropriate work plans for each individual.
• Facilitate communication with employers and coordinate schedules/feedback.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organization

Physical ability

Crisis Intervention certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Service field

Work-Based Learning Coordinator certification

Job description

JOB TITLE: Transition Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Director of School Program

HOURS/STATUS: Full-Time / Exempt

START DATE: ASAP

PAY: $2,070/pay period

JOB SUMMARY

The Transition Coordinator will provide vocational/educational opportunities in a work environment for students with disabilities by developing and maintaining a skills-based vocational program.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the job developer with new internships worksites across potential employment opportunities.
• Assists in the development, review, and update appropriate work plans for each assigned individual.
• Facilitates communication with employers as appropriate which may include schedule adjustments, changes, and feedback of individual performance.
• Assists in the development of a skill-based in-school work experience program.
• Serves as a link between the agency and community work site setting.
• Works closely with the school’s Transition teachers regarding student post-secondary transition goals.
• Communicates with onsite employers about job training sites, including problems and concerns.
• Collaborates with classroom teams to maximize student vocational experiences and skill development.
• Communicates with parents regarding employability profile 2x per year.
• Collaborates with the ETP program for paid student work experiences.
• Maintains confidentiality and follow Agency policies for protecting the health, safety, and well being of individuals.
• Attends Program staff and in-service meetings as required.
• Attends professional development workshops as required by supervisor.
• Completes any necessary paperwork as required by NYSED regulations.
• Must be sensitive to the cultural diversity of others and facilitate trusting relationships and partnerships with individuals, families, community members, and co-workers.
• Supervises assigned job coaches.
• Provides on-the-job training to students on the work site.
• Identifies supports and adaptations as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Candidates for this position will have: the ability to demonstrate and provide examples of continuous personal development and improvement; person centered approach; excellent communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving skills, strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects. Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50lbs. Must maintain certification in Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a Human Service field and Work-Based Learning Coordinator certification required. Two years of previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a supported work environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rochester School of the Holy Childhood, Inc., does not discriminate against any person on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic background, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation (the term “sexual orientation” means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, health condition, or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities.