DVR Transition Navigator

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 01-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

**This position is being filled out of Cheyenne Laramie Torrington or Rawlins**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Remember the excitement (and a bit of fear) of having your whole future ahead of you after high school You probably had numerous career options to consider and maybe someone who guided you through those choices and helped you achieve your goals. Those mentors were life-changers and now with this Transition Navigator position you can make a similarly positive impact!

Our team of dedicated counselors and staff working at local regional and statewide levels is passionate about enhancing the lives of youth with disabilities. As a Transition Navigator you will assist counselors in one of four regions across the state delivering high-quality vocational rehabilitation services Pre-Employment Transition Services (PreETS) for school-attached youth aged 14 to 21 who have a disability. Your responsibilities will include managing the intake and orientation process for Potentially Eligible and general Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) services performing initial assessments and determining whether a student needs the services of a VR counselor or basic case management services. Additionally you will collaborate with various school districts to recruit students
conduct group activities and monitor student progress. Each regionRock Springs Lander Cheyenne and Gillettehas unique needs but the core mission of this role is to help students with disabilities explore their future.

This position demands extensive travel within your assigned region and close collaboration with DVR counselors school districts students and parents. If you are excited about helping students discover their interests and plan for their future we encourage you to apply.

About Us
The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is dedicated to Wyoming. Our mission Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy and our vision Leading workforce innovation and investing in employee development today for a stronger tomorrow are reflected in the communities and people we serve every day.

Benefits
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical dental and vision plans ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally the state offers multiple retirement plans providing financial security and stability for employees once their career in public service concludes. The state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements allowing employees to recharge take care of personal matters and maintain a healthy work-life balance. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming such as beautiful landscapes with wide-open spaces clean air great recreational activities and no state income tax.

What Employees Love About Working for DWS

Supportive Culture:I enjoy getting up each morning knowing that even if the work day is difficult my co-workers and supervisor are supportive and encouraging.
Meaningful Work: Being part of an agency that can make a change in peoples lives. What I do matters to society. We provide many much-needed services to the public.
Team Collaboration: The friendly atmosphere that lives around us and the sense of team working towards the same goal.
Autonomy and Support: I am able to work somewhat autonomously but have immediate access to help if and when I need it.
Mission-Driven:The mission of the Agency is Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy. The Department of Workforce Services is crucial to the health of the State.

Human Resource Contact:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

Recruiting Eligible Students: Identify and enroll Potentially Eligible students for Pre-ETS services through local school meetings Community College Career Readiness Programs and other points of contact.
Outreach Activities: Promote DVR Pre-ETS services through various outreach efforts.
Collaboration: Work closely with students parents stakeholders school districts community colleges and the local VR counselors.
Career Exploration: Provide creative and innovative career exploration opportunities for students through workshops orientations group and individual activities.
Employer Networking: Build relationships with local employers to create student work experience opportunities and provide training for employers regarding disability topics.
Case Management: Offer basic case management to ensure students have access to and referrals to services. This includes completing and gathering forms collecting documentation and providing information and keeping accurate records of participants served and what service they received.
Mentorship: Serve as a mentor providing support encouragement and inspiration to students as they explore their futures.

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 transition or providing Pre-Employment Transition Services tostudents with disabilities

Preference may be considered for equivalent combinations of related education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of IEPs 504 Plans and regulations
Ability to work in cooperation with Local Education Agencies DVR and Workforce office
Ability to be proactive organized and manage caseloads
Knowledge of informed choice confidentiality and conflict of interest -Knowledge of disability rights culture and history
Skill in working with individuals with disabilities as well as skills in sensitive respectful and effective communication with people of diverse backgrounds cultures and languages
Skills in public speaking
Ability to work within your scope of practice knowledge skill and abilities and an ability to delegate refer or communicate when a duty or role is outside of your scope of practice or skill level

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility)

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility)

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Extensive travel required

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
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.
Former State of Wyoming employees who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation.
Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Description and FunctionsOpen Until Filled**This position is being filled out of Cheyenne Laramie Torrington or Rawlins**GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Remember the excitement (and a bit of fear) of having your whole future ahead of you after high school You probably had numerous career options to consider and...