DVR Transition Navigator 2026-02520

State of Wyoming•Laramie, WY

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About The Position

The DVR Transition Navigator assists counselors in delivering vocational rehabilitation services and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to school-attached youth aged 14 to 21 who have disabilities. The role manages intake and orientation for Potentially Eligible and general Division of Vocational Rehabilitation services, performs initial assessments, and determines whether a student needs a VR counselor or basic case management. The navigator works with school districts to recruit students, conduct group activities, and monitor student progress. The position requires extensive travel within the assigned region and collaboration with DVR counselors, school districts, students, parents, employers, and other stakeholders. The role is based in Laramie, Torrington, or Wheatland; regions served include Rock Springs, Lander, Cheyenne, and Gillette.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Alternatively, 3–4 years of progressive work experience, typically in Benefits and Eligibility, may substitute for the education requirement.
Ability to work cooperatively with Local Education Agencies, DVR, and Workforce offices.
Ability to be proactive, organized, and manage caseloads.
Knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, and regulations.
Knowledge of informed choice, confidentiality, and conflicts of interest.
Knowledge of disability rights, culture, and history.
Ability to work with people with disabilities and communicate sensitively, respectfully, and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and languages.
Public speaking skills.
Ability to work within one's scope of practice, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and to delegate, refer, or communicate when a duty is outside that scope.
Extensive travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field.
Associate’s degree in a human service field and extensive experience.
One year of experience working with youth in transition or providing Pre-Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities.
Equivalent combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Identify and enroll Potentially Eligible students for Pre-ETS through school meetings, Community College Career Readiness Programs, and other points of contact.
Promote DVR Pre-ETS services through outreach activities.
Collaborate with students, parents, stakeholders, school districts, community colleges, and local VR counselors.
Provide career exploration opportunities through workshops, orientations, and group and individual activities.
Build relationships with local employers to create student work experience opportunities and provide employers with training about disability topics.
Provide basic case management, including completing and gathering forms, collecting documentation, sharing information, making referrals, and maintaining accurate service and participant records.
Mentor and encourage students as they explore their futures.
Manage intake and orientation for Potentially Eligible and general DVR services, perform initial assessments, and determine whether students need VR counselor services or basic case management.
Monitor student progress.