Employee Contract DIF Transition Navigator
Employee Contract DIF Transition Navigator
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USD 27 - 27
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Job Description
Description and Functions
- Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Do you have a passion for working with Wyoming youth with disabilities Are you self-motivated Do you gravitate towards creative innovative ideas If so then this position is for you! The Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) Navigator role is responsible for the recruitment and case management of students enrolled in the Pathways to Progress (P2P) Program. This P2P program collaborates with Vocational Rehabilitation Centers for Independent Living mental health providers and local school districts to offer creative avenues for students to engage in career exploration through both individual and group workshops. This position is also responsible for creating student activities bringing community stakeholders together for regular meetings and recruiting partners to foster increased opportunities for students to become confident independent prepared individuals as they explore their futures.
Human Resource Contact:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.- Acts as a resource to explain the P2P program to potential clients educators family members and all other community organizations.
- Visits with assigned schools to help facilitate VR transition services (may include attending IEPs and other meetings) and distribute marketing materials to students families educators and community stakeholders. Makes appropriate referrals of students to services within P2P and other community resources.
- Helps initiate the application process for students with CILs DVR and mental health services.
- Facilitates local P2P transition council meetings and attends statewide transition council meetings.
- Provides innovative career exploration opportunities to students in individual and/or group activities.
- Facilitates relationships with local employers for student work experience opportunities.
- Coordinates and participates in outreach activities.
- Provides education and training to employers and providers regarding the P2P program.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:Preference for a Bachelors degree in a human service-related field
Preference may be considered for an Associates degree in the human service field and extensive experience
Preference for one year of experience working with youth in secondary school or providing Pre-Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities
Preference may be considered for equivalent combinations of related education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE:- Knowledge of Google Suite programs
- Knowledge of complex case management
- Knowledge of local area schools and businesses
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See PreferencesNecessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- Some travel required
NOTES:- FLSA: Non-exempt
- This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) position
- The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities
- Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
- Limited State benefits are available for this position
- Full-time 40 hours per week position
- This position does not include paid time off or holiday pay
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Employment Type
Full-Time
