The Transition Coordinator is a direct service provider working with youth and young adults to provide pre-employment transition services as well as some job placement and coaching. This position serves students and families in Utah County. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Provides specific educational materials to families including assisting families in identifying and utilizing natural supports
- Recruit volunteer sites. Build strong and continuing relationships with volunteer sites and adheres to all the volunteer agency’s volunteer requirements
- Builds strong and continuing relationships with sources for peer partners e.g schools, universities, youth organizations
- Builds strong and continuing relationships with each of the funding sources e.g. vocational rehabilitation, DSPD, etc.
- Conduct outreach activities to community groups to develop referral sources and develop new contacts
- Provides a continuum of services to families from Pre-Employment Transition Services to Work-Based Learning Experiences
- Coaches family through the Self-Guided Discovery process
- Supports families in performing information interviews in the community.
- Sets up work-based learning experiences as authorized with a focus on supporting both the student and the employer.
- Completes end of program report in a timely manner and sends to student, family, and VR counselor if applicable.
Required Skills
- Proven oral, written, organizational, and record keeping skills
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office and Excel
- Ability to analyze and interpret information
- Knowledge of local community resources
Required Experience
- 0-2 Years experience working with children and or teens with special needs
- Equivalent degree or experience
- Managing a complex flexible schedule
- CPR Certified
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
- Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all requirements of the job
- Applicant must pass a background check and DMV check.
EASTERSEALS-GOODWILL IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM THE DISABLED, MINORITIES, WOMEN, AND VETERANS OF THE U.S. ARMED SERVICES. ESGW WILL NOT DISCHARGE OR IN ANY OTHER MANNER DISCRIMINATE AGAINST EMPLOYEES OR APPLICANTS BECAUSE THEY HAVE INQUIRED ABOUT, DISCUSSED, OR DISCLOSED THEIR OWN PAY OR THE PAY OF ANOTHER EMPLOYEE OR APPLICANT.
HOURS PER WEEK: 25