What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transition Specialist position at WILDWOOD PROGRAMS INC?
Job Details
Description
Transition Specialist
Salary range $22.57 - $30.97/hr based on relevant experience
We pay for experience! Please submit an updated resume
Requirements
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- 5 years work experience working with the population with disabilities.
Who we are:
Wildwood School, a part of Wildwood Programs, provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders, and developmental disabilities to prepare them to be as independent as possible; Academic, social, employment, and functional skills are taught to each student as driven by their Individual Educational Plan (IEP), needs, and interests.
Who are we looking for:
We are looking for a creative Transition Specialist to support the classroom teams in ensuring effective transition planning for all students and develop and maintain relationships with OPWDD, OMH, and ACCES-VR, and the providers of their services, in order to remain current on information relevant to transition.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
-
Works collaboratively and holistically with students, families, staff, service providers and employers in ensuring the provision of transition services to individuals.
-
Assists teams in developing and implementing Measurable Post-Secondary Goals and the Coordinated Set of Transition Activities throughout the IEP.
-
Assures that teams provide avenues for parents and guardians to participate in their child's transition plan.
-
Acts as a resource to social workers, families and other team members in developing transition plans.
-
Assures classroom teams execute and complete transition goals and activities for students.
-
Develops partnerships with similar agencies with programs for people with disabilities.
-
Remains current on, OPWDD, ACCES-VR, OMH, Medicaid, SSI and other state and federal programs and related rules and regulations governing their delivery by reading, attending meetings or training sessions.
Qualifications
Additional Requirements:
The position requires occasional late afternoon and evening work.
A valid New York State Driver's License, daily access to a vehicle and a driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
Salary : $23 - $31