Transition Specialist

The Summit Center • Buffalo, NY

11d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Transition Specialist conducts and monitors implementation of transition
services on a student’s IEP, such as training, education, employment, and where
appropriate, leisure and independent living skills. This may include but is not
limited to direct assistance in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team
for persons in supported employment placements, other job experiences in
addition to in-house work and the school store, and other community integration
activities for the purpose of increasing independence and to foster a successful
transition into the adult world.

Requirements

• High school diploma and 2 years experience working in the field of developmental disabilities OR
• Associates degree or higher and 1 year experience.
• NYS Teaching Assistant Certificate or valid NYS Teacher Certificate in any field required.
• Must be First Aid and SCIP-R certified (training provided by agency).
• Most hold a valid NYS commercial driver’s license, or complete CDL training within one year of job acceptance. Agency approval of driving record according to agency policy and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Retail management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team for persons in supported employment placements, other job experiences in addition to in-house work and the school store, and other community integration activities for the purpose of implementing plans for increasing independence and to foster a successful transition into the adult world
• Maintain regular and professional communication with classroom teams, related services, behavior support staff, administration, and employers at work site in relation to assigned students
• Supervise and ensure completion of jobs for in-house job placements (e.g. school store, recycling, and completion of other jobs from outside employers) including the creation of vocational-related materials and maintenance of vocational spaces.
• Collect and maintain assigned data/tracking, complete assigned assessments and progress updates, maintain record of student training hours, and support the completion of workplace documentation.
• Maintain CDL license to ensure safely transporting students to and from work placements
• Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
• Adheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off

Benefits

• Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)
• Up to 12 days of paid time off
• 14–16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• Employee Assistance Program:
• Free mental health counseling
• Free childcare referrals
• Access to legal services
• Grief/eldercare support
• Financial planning resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED