Make an impact by joining ServiceSource, a champion for people with disabilities. Explore new opportunities! ServiceSource is an organization of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and serve humanity.Job SummaryResponsible for the implementation of pre-employment transition opportunities for high school students with disabilities.Primary DutiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These duties and responsibilities will be rated on the Annual Performance Review.
Assess transitioning student's strengths, barriers, skills and interests in all five areas of the Transition (1) Job Exploration Counseling; 2) Workplace Readiness Skill Building; 3) Work-based Learning Experiences; 4) Postsecondary Educational Counseling; and 5) Self-Advocacy Skill Building.
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities and specialized curriculum to students to facilitate the transition from high school. Help students become familiar with job application forms, resumes, soft skills training, grooming and hygiene, anticipated employer expectations and general interview procedures. Provide transportation training, place students in summer jobs and/ Work Based Learning Experiences, and other supports necessary for the student to obtain or maintain employment.
Provide job coaching supports and training for participants with disabilities so they may be successful within their employment environment.
Seek regular formal and informal feedback from participants and their support team members regarding pre-employment transition services provided to learn satisfaction and to update curriculum topics and activities as needed.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with partner agencies, school personnel, businesses, educational institutions, other departments and/or vendors to enhance menu of services, continuum of care, and the number of employment transition opportunities.
Additional Responsibilities
Provide general case management, maintaining excellent communication with participants, family members, funding and referring agencies, schools, and other partners. Maintain accurate and complete records of the student's progress and development and overall completion of curriculum, pre and post assessments, and outcomes.
Complete accurate and timely monthly billing reports, participant reports, case notes, and other supporting documentation
Provide consultation, guidance, and disability awareness training to employers and educational program representatives to foster positive partnerships.
Communicate regularly with both internal and external Directors, Supervisors, Rehabilitation Counselors, and/or any other relevant individuals regarding all pre-employment transition activities and progress of participant with career and education exploration, building of work readiness and self-advocacy skills, and work-based learning experience participation.
Position sometimes requires work outside of the normal business day which mirror the needs of the assigned participants. Therefore, the employee must be able to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and evenings.
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ServiceSource is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. If accommodation is needed in the application process, arrangements can be made with the local regional office http://www.servicesource.org/contact-us. We are an E-Verify Employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks are require
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