Student Transition Placement Specialist - (Case Manager)

RW Solutions Inc•New Britain, CT

8h•Onsite

About The Position

If you’re passionate about people, purpose, and making a difference every day, this is your chance to turn that passion into impact. As a Student Transition Placement Specialist, you’ll be the spark that helps young adults with disabilities take their next big step into the world of work, volunteering, and independence. This role involves helping individuals referred by the Department on Aging and the Department of Developmental Services find jobs and volunteer opportunities in the community, supporting program participants directly with job training, orientation, and coaching, and managing referrals from the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Level Up program. The position also requires timely completion of all required paperwork, including forms, progress notes, billing, and reports, and collaboration with DORS staff and school contacts to review referrals and plan services. Additionally, the specialist will connect with local businesses to create job and training opportunities, plan and provide services to students at approved locations, use and update the curriculum as directed by a supervisor, ensure students have the necessary technology, and work with the team and local businesses to set up job shadowing and training experiences.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience helping people with disabilities or other support needs—this can be formal or informal.
Experience working with youth or young adults, especially in transition programs, special education, or vocational services.
Experience providing direct support to individuals with disabilities, including job coaching, skills training, or mentoring in educational or community settings.
Familiarity with coordinating services through agencies such as DORS, the Department on Aging, or the Department of Developmental Services.
A valid driver’s license.
Proficiency in basic computer operations, including Microsoft Office applications and accurate data entry.
Confidence in engaging with local businesses and community organizations to foster employment opportunities.
Excellent attention to detail when handling data and completing documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience involving curriculum delivery, instructional support, or facilitation of job readiness workshops.
Experience planning and supervising job shadowing, internships, or community-based learning experiences.
Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to solve problems and make sound decisions under pressure.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain organization in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Help people referred by the Department on Aging and the Department of Developmental Services find jobs and volunteer opportunities in the community.
Support program participants directly with job training, orientation, and coaching—or work with supervisors to assign the right staff to help.
Receive and manage referrals from the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Level Up program.
Fill out and turn in all required paperwork on time, including forms, progress notes, billing, and reports.
Meet with DORS staff and school contacts to review referrals and plan services.
Connect with local businesses to create job and training opportunities for students.
Plan and provide services to students at approved locations.
Use and update the curriculum as directed by your supervisor.
Make sure students have the technology they need to participate.
Work with your team and local businesses to set up job shadowing and training experiences.