School to Work Project Search Skills Trainer

Durham, NC

Full Time

Transitions 4 Success Department

Mid Level

Position: Project SEARCH Skills Trainer- School-to-Work (Full-Time) Location: Durham, NC (Duke Regional Hospital)

Pay Range: $17.50/hr. DOE

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Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 2 yrs. Experience with the I/DD population; AA or BA Preferred. Must have a clear background check & driving record. Experience working in a public-school environment is preferred. Individuals must be highly motivated and able to work without direct on sight supervision. Excellent computer skills with a strong Word, PowerPoint, and Excel background. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing---

Job Summary Join us in shaping brighter futures! In this role, you’ll work directly with students with disabilities to prepare them for life after high school. You’ll partner with families, schools, and community businesses to create hands-on career exploration, job readiness training, and postsecondary opportunities. If you’re passionate about empowering students to achieve independence and success, this is your chance to make a real difference.

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Duties & Responsibilities

· Work with students, teachers, school teams, and caregivers to identify transition planning needs and develop individual transition.

· Work with school staff and network with local businesses to develop community-based training and school and work-based learning opportunities based on students’ identified interests and needs for job exploration.

· Assist students in completing career portfolios.

· Conduct vocational and transition-related assessments for students

· Assist students in exploring learning and career research and identify the necessary training and/or education required

· Assist students in securing employment, as appropriate.

· Assist in developing and supporting a Peer Mentor program

· Assist students in the identification of local colleges and post-high school programs that have robust systems of support for students with disabilities or who may be at risk

· Provide classroom and individualized activities related to job exploration; job club; transitions after high school; job readiness, socialization, safety, travel training, self-help skills, functional academics, self-advocacy and interview skills.

· Assist families and students in identifying and accessing transition services.

· Support students in exploring postsecondary training options.

· Provide coaching for students placed in community employment.

· Lead job-related classes, including self-advocacy/self-determination.

· Assist in developing goals; maintain documentation of all students' goals, strategies, and progress.

· Utilize effective job coaching techniques, including task analysis, prompts, and fading.

· Provide follow-up and support services as needed.

· Act as a positive role model at all times.

· Assist in arrangements of transportation for students through the local school systems.

· Maintain a safe work environment.

· Manage crises.

· Participate in program evaluation and revise the program as required.

· Assist with implementing transition plans, which result from the IEP meetings.

· Participate in or conduct meetings with parents regarding transition or employment.

· Assure all regulations are met.

· Represent the transition project to the public as needed.

· Perform all other duties as assigned.

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Key Skills

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.

· Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively.

· Flexibility to adapt to changing environments and priorities.

· Strong interpersonal skills to maintain positive and professional relationships.

· Leadership abilities to manage challenges and support staff.

· High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks

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