Transition Services Liaison

The Transition Services Liaison is responsible for ensuring communication and cooperation of students participating in a transition track and assisting students with the transition from high school to post-secondary education/training as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Ensuring communication and cooperation of students participating in a transition track and assisting students with the transition from high school to post-secondary education/training as appropriate; Establishes positive relationships with agencies associated with family advocacy groups within an assigned geographic region with regard to college preparation, work study, and functional life skills; Assists the Transition Coordinator with family assistance in the areas of college registration, Ohio Core requirements for graduation, work study programs, functional life skills and post-secondary options for students with disabilities; Assists with and participates in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team; Assists with post-secondary surveys and follow-up responses as required by the State Performance Plan; Assists the Family Community Liaison in providing communication to assist families in maintaining advocacy and support for students with disabilities; Educate parents on outreach programs available in their geographic region as it relates to job searches, college admissions requirements, graduation requirements, functional levels as it relates to life skill areas, and other needs as indicated in the transition program for the student

Requirements

State of Ohio Paraprofessional Certification; Associate Degree in Social Services; 1 or more years of experience in a customer service environment; Equivalent combination of education and experience; Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency; Ability to clear required background check; Ohio residents preferred; Applicants from a surrounding state to Ohio within one hundred miles from the Ohio border will be considered; Ability to meet travel requirements; Willingness and ability to obtain Ohio Certification; Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week; Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday

Nice to have

Strong written and verbal communication skills; Organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities; Excellent problem-solving skills; Customer service orientation; Ability to work without direct supervision; Flexible schedule; ability to travel up to 75%; Bachelor's degree in area of Special Education, Social Services, or Education; Knowledge of transition services for special education

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; STRS/SERS Retirement; Tuition Reimbursement