Transition Employment Specialist

Life Path Systems; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transition Employment Specialist to enhance the employment transition system for youth with disabilities. This role focuses on teaching employability skills, facilitating work culture understanding, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support individuals in achieving their career and education goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while managing diverse tasks. Join this impactful team and make a difference in the lives of young individuals as they transition into the workforce and pursue independent living.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or relevant experience with students with disabilities.
• Completion of Job Coach / Job Skills Trainer Credential within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Teach employability skills and facilitate understanding of work culture.
• Support individuals on work sites and maintain communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Task Prioritization

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation

High school diploma or GED

60 hours of college credit in related fields

Tools

Office Equipment

Technology Proficiency

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Plano, TX

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 Salary/year

Description

The Transition Employment Specialist, under the supervision of the IDD Supported Employment Program Administrator, will collaborate with diverse youth aged 16-22 with ID/DD and partners to enhance the employment transition system in Collin County. The goal is to increase the number of youths with disabilities pursuing and achieving post-secondary education, careers, and independent living goals. Responsibilities include teaching employability skills, facilitating understanding of work culture, networking with employers for work experiences, supporting individuals on work sites, and participating in collaboration meetings with schools, community resources, and employers.

Additional duties involve creating work experience and exploration activities through employer networking, providing pre-employment training aligned with Vocational Rehabilitation standards, hosting classes and workshops in partnership with local ISDs, engaging with individuals to provide customer service, supporting portfolio development, conducting presentations, attending collaboration meetings, maintaining communication with stakeholders, and ensuring timely documentation and billing in accordance with grant requirements.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation, Business, Marketing, or related Human Services (Preferred), OR
- High school diploma or GED with at least two years of experience working with students with disabilities, verified by pay statements or a verification letter, plus a minimum of 30 semester hours of college credit, including 15 hours in related fields, OR
- 60 hours of college credit in related fields.
- Completion of an approved Job Coach / Job Skills Trainer Credential AND Job Placement Specialist Credential within 90 days of employment.
- Ability to complete all UNTWISE certifications and required CEUs to maintain certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work independently, organize tasks, and prioritize effectively.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including billing documentation.
- Ability to develop employment opportunities and track deadlines.
- Ability to break down tasks into teachable steps and develop training plans.
- Proficiency with office equipment and technology.
- Capacity to manage frustration and serve individuals with diverse value systems.
- Ability to utilize professional supervision constructively.