What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist, Vast-Transition (Part-time) Grant-Funded position at HCC?
SUMMARY
Works with 150 students entering the VAST Department from their first term to successful completion and transfer to credit certificates, and / or employment and independent living. Collaborates with area school districts in the area of Transition for Special Education students to assist with recruitment, enrollment, helping students to make a smooth transition from High School to Post-Secondary level, credit / noncredit programs, to employment and independent living options.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist with marketing and recruitment of potential students by attending and presenting at High School Transition Fairs, presenting at meetings and coordinating an onsite College Days;
- Monitor interns progress during internships;
- Work in collaboration with guidance to provide effective transition planning for all VAST students;
- Represent HCC at high school career nights and events sponsored by our community partners;
- Work closely with our parent support group, attending meetings and working with them on events that relate to transition and career planning. Engage in outreach activities, advocate on behalf of our VAST students;
- Serve as a resource to families, parents, and students in accessing transition services as well as, providing information on transition topics affecting students with disabilities at the Post-Secondary level;
- Assist in Transition Fairs and / or seminar to assist VAST students in making realistic career choices and with their transition from school to credit / semester hour courses and / or the workforce; and
- Assist with annual College Day for area special ed. High schools to bring their students to visit the college and VAST Programs and Services.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor Degree in education, special education, psychology, social work or related field required.
EXPERIENCE
1 year relevant work experience required; preferably in Special Needs Area working with high school students with disabilities 17-22 age range, or community advocacy.
KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES
COMPETENCIES
WORKING CONDITIONS
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE : This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We're proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300 associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000 students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities :
If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :
Office of Institutional Equity
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
