Job description

Summary: Develop annual transition plans for all students age 14 and older in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines. Provide support and guidance to students and their families with linkages to federal, state and local resources and connections with post-secondary education, training programs, and/or adult service providers. Provide resources and support to staff in the areas of career development, independent living, community participation, self-advocacy and self-determination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct age appropriate transition assessments based on identified post-secondary outcome goals
• Collaborate with student, staff, and family in developing annual transition services/activities and IEP goals that are reflective of the transition assessment
• Assist students/families in establishing connections with the appropriate community resources/agencies based on anticipated service needs
• Collaborate with program coordinators to identify curriculum that will assist students in acquiring strategies to become more independent and self-directed
• Support and promote student participation and engagement during the IEP meeting
• Conduct training for staff on federal, state and local transition policies and procedures related to the development of annual transition IEP goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (graduate degree preferred) in special education or a human service related field
• Three years of work experience in special education or related field
• Knowledge of transition planning process and ability to develop transition plans in compliance with Indicator 13
• Knowledge of post-secondary education/training programs, state and local disability support resources, and adult service providers in the greater metropolitan area
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with students and families from all backgrounds
• Ability to effectively collaborate with staff and IEP team members
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate computer skills in word processing and other software programs as needed
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Please visit ww.ivymount.org/covid19 for our Return to Campus Plan.

Application Question(s):

• Ivymount is unable to provide sponsorship for work authorization visas.  Are you authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for a visa?
• How did you find out about this position (e.g., Indeed, Handshake, employee referral, social media)? If referred by a current Ivymount employee, please include their name

Work Location: One location

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