- Develop a curriculum and provide pre–employment services to students with disabilities based on their needs and interests.
- Lead classroom activities.
- Provide job exploration counseling including vocational testing, community job shadowing, and self-advocacy training.
- 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.
- Support students in exploring postsecondary training options.
- Lead job-related classes including self-advocacy/self-determination.
- Participate in or conduct meetings with parents regarding transition or employment.
- Assist with the recruitment of students within the school systems and enrollment into program services.
- Maintain positive interactions with community agencies, schools, Vocational Rehabilitation, students, and parents.
- Assure compliance with all applicable standards and maintain accurate and updated records ensuring appropriate documentation to show student progression thru the program and to allow for billing of services.
- Attend plan meetings as needed.
- Act as a positive role model at all times.
- Participate in program evaluation and revise the program as required.
- Collect, organize and analyze information about individuals through observation, interviews, and other sources to appraise interests and aptitudes for pre-vocational training.
- Coordinate with sponsoring agencies to maximize the vocational potential of each individual receiving service.
- Comply with all applicable rules, requests, and regulations of DECI, CARF, DMA, CMA, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and DMH/DD/SAS. Ensure standards for record keeping, access, vocational program design, and program implementation is met.
- Represent the transition project to the public as needed.
- Seek out accommodations and or assistive technology necessary to optimize vocational achievement.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Make or suggest referrals to appropriate services and act as an advocate for individuals receiving services.
- Provide limited transportation and assist students in making independent transportation arrangements.
- Take an active role in area organizations to advance or promote the employment of people with disabilities.
- Maintain certification in First Aid, CPR and North Carolina behavior intervention techniques.
- Assist with persons with disabilities, including restraining in an emergency (if NCI-B certified).
- Seek out no-cost or low-cost educational materials to remain current with industry practices and methodology.
- Substitute for other Program Services Staff as requested.
- Participate in DECI-sponsored training as assigned and assist with training new staff.
- Regular attendance is required between the hours of 8:15am and 4:15pm, M-F.
- Related four-year degree preferred; may substitute equivalent related work experience in a field such as social work, counseling, education, or vocational rehabilitation.
- Three years of experience working with I/DD population and youth in transition-related services.
- Experience working in a school environment is preferred.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills as demonstrated by past job performance. Ability to collect, organize and analyze information.
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people of all levels.
- Good writing skills and proper use of grammar.
- An understanding of basic behavior modification and task-training techniques.
- An understanding of confidentiality and the rights of people with disabilities.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions independently, and plan and organize work.
- Excellent organizational skills. Must be able to schedule and prioritize assignments and juggle multiple tasks. Must have initiative. Flexibility in work and thought is important.
- Ability to become certified in behavior intervention techniques (NCI).
- Fluency in the English language to facilitate communication with individuals with disabilities.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Stand: F
- Walk: F
- Sit: C
- Handle: N
- Reach Out: N
- Reach Above: N
- Climb: N
- Crawl: N
- Squat/Kneel: N
- Bend: N
- Balance: N
- Twist: N
- 10 lbs or less: C
- 11-20 lbs: O
- 21-50 lbs: N
- 51-100 lbs: N
- Over 100 lbs: N
- 10 lbs or less: N
- 11-20 lbs: N
- 21-50 lbs: N
- 51-100 lbs: N
- Over 100 lbs: N
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Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:POSITION SUMMARY
The Pre-ETS program provides pre-employment services to students in the Durham school system.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Specialization Areas May Include Any Combination of the Following: Facility-based Vocational Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Pre-vocational/Enrichment Services or School Transition to Work
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills: Proficient with computers, working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Other Requirements: U.S. Citizen or U.S. work qualification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (depends on area of specialization)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Push/Pull
Frequency Key: C = Constantly: More than 66% of the time, F = Frequently: 33-66% of the time, O = Occasionally: up to 33% of the time, N = N/A: Not applicable/Not likely
Other Physical Requirements: N/A
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Training regarding individuals served and maintenance of company certifications/registrations is required. Additional training may include (but is not limited to) First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens. See Training Requirements Form for a detailed list of training.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT Some travel may be required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Office and Classroom setting as well as warehouse environment. Position will have a start date of June 3rd, 2024.
This job description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.
