Transition Coordinator - AMIkids Escambia Boys Base

AMIkids, Inc.; Pensacola (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Health benefits (medical/dental/vision

PTO & paid holidays

Wellness programs

Pension plan

Student loan forgiveness

Discounts and perks

Job summary

AMIkids Escambia Boys Base in Pensacola, FL is seeking a dedicated Transition Coordinator to oversee the entry and exit processes for youth ages 10–18. The role focuses on coordinating education, vocational opportunities, safety, and comprehensive case management in a supportive, home-like setting.

The coordinator assigns advisors, develops transition plans, conducts orientations, and collaborates with families and partners to promote successful post-program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, special education or related field.
• Minimum one year of related experience working with youth is required.
• Experience with at-risk youth is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the transitional process of each youth entering and exiting the program.
• Develop and maintain educational and vocational opportunities for youth.
• Ensure safety and supervision of all youth.
• Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth.
• Assign each new youth an advisor upon admission.
• Develop, sign and maintain Performance Contracts for each youth.
• Conduct a comprehensive orientation program for all new youth.
• Provide guidance to youth on educational and vocational goals.
• Ensure assessments are completed within enrollment timeframes and inform the care plan.
• Schedule and conduct guidance sessions with youth, families, and team members.
• Maintain daily log documentation.
• Ensure proper youth medication administration and documentation.
• Prepare required youth reports.
• Work closely with external partners.
• Communicate transitional information with the team.
• Assist in scheduling transitional meetings.
• Ensure each youth has a post-needs assessment and transitional plan prior to release.
• Conduct home visits when necessary.
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations using state-mandated training methods.
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies.
• Drive program vehicles as required.
• Assist with special projects and other duties.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, special education or related human services field

Job description

Job Category : Treatment

Requisition Number : TRANS003479

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Pensacola, FL 32511, USA

Description

At AMIkids Escambia Boys Base , we provide a safe and supportive home-like environment for young men ages 10 to 18. Our focus is on fostering positive relationships, providing comprehensive case management, and offering a range of therapeutic services designed to equip these young men with the skills and tools they need to thrive.

Position Summary

The role of the Transition Coordinator is to oversee the transitional process of each youth entering and exiting the program/school. Manage the reentry of youth into society as a responsible, self-directed, individual actively engaged in the pursuit of vocational or educational goals.

• Develop and maintain educational and vocational opportunities for youth,
• Ensure the safety and supervision of all youth in accordance with all operational and contractual requirements,
• Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program,
• Assign each new youth an advisor upon admission,
• Develop, sign and maintain Performance Contracts for each youth, and revise Performance Contracts when necessary,
• Conduct a comprehensive orientation program for all new youth,
• Provide guidance to youth in the area of educational and vocational goals and objectives,
• Ensure youth receives academic, vocational, and behavioral assessments within the required timeframe of enrollment and that this data is used in development of the individual service/care plan,
• Schedule and conduct guidance sessions with youth, team members, parents and families,
• Ensure daily log documentation is completed,
• Ensure proper youth medication administration and maintain required documentation,
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of required youth reports,
• Work closely with external partners,
• Communicate directly with appropriate team members and supervisors concerning transitional information,
• Assist in scheduling all required transitional meetings,
• Ensure each youth has a post-needs assessment and has a completed transitional plan before release date,
• Conduct home visits when necessary and based on youth needs,
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods,
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with the national standards,
• Drive program’s vehicles as required in accordance with AMIkids transportation guidelines,
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, special education or in a related human services field,
• Evidence of successfully securing community resources is preferred,
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience working with youth is required, working with at-risk kids a plus.

What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in General.

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