Transition Coordinator - AMIkids Polk

AMIkids Careers•Bartow, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Transition Coordinator is to oversee the transitional process of each youth entering and exiting the program/school. Manage the reentry of youth into society as a responsible, self-directed, individual actively engaged in the pursuit of vocational or educational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, special education or in a related human services field
Minimum one (1) year of related experience working with youth is required

Nice To Haves

Evidence of successfully securing community resources is preferred
working with at-risk kids a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain educational and vocational opportunities for youth
Ensure the safety and supervision of all youth in accordance with all operational and contractual requirements
Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program
Assign each new youth an advisor upon admission
Develop, sign and maintain Performance Contracts for each youth, and revise Performance Contracts when necessary
Conduct a comprehensive orientation program for all new youth
Provide guidance to youth in the area of educational and vocational goals and objectives
Ensure youth receives academic, vocational, and behavioral assessments within the required timeframe of enrollment and that this data is used in development of the individual service/care plan
Schedule and conduct guidance sessions with youth, team members, parents and families
Ensure daily log documentation is completed
Ensure proper youth medication administration and maintain required documentation
Prepare or assist in the preparation of required youth reports
Work closely with external partners
Communicate directly with appropriate team members and supervisors concerning transitional information
Assist in scheduling all required transitional meetings
Ensure each youth has a post-needs assessment and has a completed transitional plan before release date
Conduct home visits when necessary and based on youth needs
Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods
Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with the national standards
Drive program’s vehicles as required in accordance with AMIkids transportation guidelines
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned