Employment Transition Specialist (Full-Time)

Soar365•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Transition Specialist is a member of SOAR365's Employment Services team and coordinates and implements supported employment and transition services for students and young adults with disabilities referred to the Supported Employment Team. The role helps participants explore career opportunities, develop workplace readiness and self-advocacy skills, and prepare for successful employment and greater independence through coaching, training, community engagement, and work-based learning. The specialist provides direct training, supervision, and support to individuals participating in Customized and Supported Employment services. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite, with a flexible schedule. Evening and weekend work may occasionally be necessary. The role requires travel outside the office to deliver services and may require providing transportation in agency vehicles.

Requirements

Possess or be actively completing a bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, Human Services, or Social Work.
At least three years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices in transition services, career development, vocational training, and school-to-career programming.
Ability to implement individualized training plans and support individuals in achieving employment goals.
Ability to collaborate with employers and community partners and creatively address barriers to successful employment outcomes.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Supported or Customized Employment is strongly preferred.
Experience with job development and/or business-to-business sales is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement supported employment and transition services for individuals referred to the Supported Employment Team.
Provide direct training, supervision, and support to students and young adults with disabilities participating in Customized and Supported Employment services.
Implement training activities to develop, maintain, and strengthen employment skills and help individuals achieve career goals.
Support the development and delivery of instructional programming for students ages 14–22 in career exploration and planning, independent living, self-advocacy, workplace readiness, and community involvement.
Assist with career fairs, transition fairs, family workshops, and other transition-focused activities.
Collaborate with community agencies and transition stakeholders.
Provide job development, conduct task analyses, support work-based learning opportunities, and deliver follow-along services.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve programs.
Provide transportation in agency vehicles when required.