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Great Falls, MT - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

JOB OVERVIEW:

A dedicated professional responsible for supporting individuals in achieving their educational career and personal development goals. This role combines elements of instruction individualized coaching and case management to provide comprehensive support services to students or clients with diverse needs.

This position could work with our LEAP program and/or our MSDB School Transition Program.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

The following duties are typical for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude other duties if the work is similar related or a logical assignment for this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job description. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Student Management (40%)

  • Assist in meeting individually with participants (students) to determine vocational social/emotional and communication skill levels. Assist in reporting participants high school and past experiences and summarize training needs for the LEAP.
  • Guide participants through informal vocational assessments and assist the in creating individualized transition plans.
  • Assist with scheduling on the job and preemployment trainings with organizations business partners and employers to enhance job readiness and employability skills.
  • Assist participants with identifying opportunities for employment developing resumes writing cover letters completing employment applications preparing for the interview and navigating the hiring process.
  • Assist with LEAP and Campus Transition Programs providing handson vocational training/life skills training for students
  • Help coordinate workbased learning experiences aligned with students goals
  • Assist with maintaining employer and employment data in program software and gathering feedback to aid in maintaining successful training and employment for participants.
  • Collaborate with Stakeholders including staff employers and partners to ensure access to learning opportunities
  • Maintain confidentiality.

Instructional Support (30 %)

  • Assist in preparing instructional materials and workrelated guides.
  • Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly learning and working environment.
  • Assist with inventory care and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining documentation administrative records and reports.
  • Monitor Student Progress by tracking and providing feedback on student progress in workbased settings
  • Meet regularly with the Transition Coordinator to assist in matching participants with appropriate vocational opportunities.

Communication (20%)

  • Assist the Transition Coordinator and teachers in maintaining positive relationships with agencies vocational rehabilitation counselors business partners and service providers.
  • Articulate the districts mission and goals to the community and solicit community support.

Professional Growth and Development (10%)

  • Maintain familiarity with district initiatives to better serve the needs of participants.
  • Participate in professional learning staff meetings and special events as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Should have strong knowledge of vocational and life skills learning programs vocational rehabilitation and postsecondary options for students with disabilities.
  • Should be familiar with instructional methods and demonstrate excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to develop and supervise workbased learning opportunities aligned with students goals.
  • Strong leadership is needed to manage workbased experiences and collaborate with stakeholders including students families employers and educational professionals.
  • Should be familiar with options for postsecondary training and opportunities and support access to educational materials.
  • A solid understanding of laws like IDEA ADA and Section 504 is also essential.

Minimum qualifications(Education and Experience):

  • A minimum of a Bachelors Degree and Special Education Endorsement TVI or TOD is required.
  • Experience working with students with disabilities particularly in vocational education workbased learning or transition services.
  • Proven ability to build connections with businesses and market programs is preferred.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster relationships with students employers and stakeholders.

Employment Type

Full Time

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