Job description

BASIC FUNCTION: This position is responsible for the success and oversight of all students and out-of-school youth services. The primary responsibility is to increase school to work transition for HS students with disabilities and increase awareness of Abilities services including Pre-ETS, Center for Adult Transition at Warren Community College (CAT), Project Search, Star and Out of School Youth Services. This position will be responsible for educating school systems and families about the vocational and employment opportunities Abilities has to offer students. The Transition Coordinator will provide communication between personnel, caregivers, and provider staff within and outside the agency. This position will also provide supervision of personnel and coordination of all transition and out of school youth services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Responsible for the oversight and supervision of Pre-Employment Transition Services, Out of School Youth, Center for Adult Transition, Project Search and STAR programs. (Summer Internship opportunity)

2. Outreach and initiate contacts with area school districts and promoting service options.

3. Participate in IEP’s and make decisions about what happens post graduation and what transition services can be offered during the transition process.

4. Communicate with families and students about Abilities’ program options and provide information on eligibility criteria and procedures for program entry.

5. Develop understanding of community resources and student rights under the law

6. Track students’ activities including data on success of transition and post-graduation outcomes.

7. Maintain good working relationships across counties and with governmental agencies and community organizations.

8. Market and coordinate student summer internship program with area school districts, personnel, and the local business community.

9. Assist team with teaching employability skills as needed.

10. Submit State vouchers, coordinate billings and reports as needed.

11. Actively engage in supporting students with wrap around services, including resumes, job placement, internships and linkages to federal, state and community resources.

12. Monitor quality of services for youth and student transition services and participate in quality improvement team, CARF and stakeholder documentation.

13. Monitor and evaluate youth service personnel’s work performance, document and address issues, as necessary.

14. Assist the COO with information for grant submissions.

15. Attend any and all trainings as directed by supervision.

16. Comply with the agency’s Ethical Conduct Policy.

17. Perform any additional tasks as directed by supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS:

SKILLS:

1. Need to be enthusiastic and initiate communication between stakeholders, families, individuals served, co-workers, supervisors, and personnel,

2. Work cooperatively with students, families and educators.

3. Serve as a role model to staff by demonstrating a positive attitude, efficiency, and professionalism.

4. Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done.

5. Excellent organization and planning skills.

6. Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

7. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

8. Ability to work independently and make decisions.

9. Excellent customer service skills.

10. Ability to anticipate a problem and develop strategies in advance.

11. Excellent leadership skills including the ability to motivate and influence others.

12. Competency in MS Office 365, including Outlook and Word

EDUCATION AND LICENCES:

1. Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred and two years’ experience working directly with persons with disabilities preferred or associate degree with a minimum of 3 years job coaching experience.

2. Valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing.

EXPOSURE CATEGORY:

Category 1-Limited exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens exists.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers/scanners.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position may require lifting and long periods of standing.

TRAVEL:

Travel to Abilities and community-based locations will be required. Travel may also be required for certain training events as mandated by the state. You may be eligible for mileage reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Washington, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• human services: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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