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TRANSITION & VOCATIONAL COORDINATOR - SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM!

Developmental Disabilities Institute • Smithtown, NY • 1h ago

Salary Range: $66,300 USD to $75,000 USD

Salary: $66,300 USD per year

Description

Full-Time, Salary $66,300 - $75,000/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available:

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 3 pm

About DDI: For 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual.

The Role: As a Transition & Vocational Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with and supervise a vocational team. The Transition & Vocational Coordinator will set up vocational schedules, student work experiences, and classroom jobs. You will impact the lives of the people DDI supports by fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

What You Bring to DDI:

Must possess a BA degree and/or NYS certification Psychology, Rehab Counseling, Special Education or a related field.

Must demonstrate skill with Applied behavior Analysis (ABA).

2 years' experience working with the I/DD population.

Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

What You'll Do:

Supervise and provides direct support to the vocational assistants in setting up student vocational schedules, student work experiences, documentation of vocational experiences, Level I assessments, designing and implementing classroom jobs, etc.

Coordinate vocational and transition documentation and participate as needed in meetings related to students receiving transition or vocational services (i.e. quarterly review meetings, parent meetings, staffing or team meetings, transportation issues, Admission/Discharge, Statement of Transitional Services, collaboration with Adult Services, and DDI Vocational Dept, etc.).

Coordinate certain special events and responsibilities as needed for the building or program as a whole (i.e., bus drills, bus duty, bus staff training, special events, special student activities, staff appreciation events, graduation, field trips, emergency and kitchen supplies and petty cash, assists Unit Managers if needed, etc.).

Instruct staff by demonstration, in leading staff training in services or teacher/therapist meetings, during conference day presentations, special meetings, bus staff training, etc.

In collaboration with Transportation Services, coordinate the School Age Program's day-to-day bus, driver and phone assignments to ensure students participate in their scheduled activities, and all guidelines for trip, bus, driving and staffing safety are met.

Understand, apply and enforce all agency and program policies and procedures.

Communicate all significant information to the Assistant Director or Director, seek assistance when needed, and prevent minor issues from escalating.

Contribute positively and actively to the positive climate in the building, to the motivation and morale of the individuals supervised, and to developing and empowering staff.

Work with the School Age Program's Business Operations Manager on all Student Enterprise programs.

Work with ACCESS-VR services on behalf of the students in the School Age Program.

Other duties as assigned.

What You Must Be Able to Do:

Modify the area to secure the safety of the adults i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs.

Lift/move/carry up to 20 lbs.

Run after an individual up to 500 feet

Run to a program in need up to 500 feet

Kneel, twist, and bend

Respond to fire alarms

Perform all physical SCIP techniques

Why You'll Love This Job:

Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.

Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.

Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.

Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here's How We Support You:

Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.

Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.

Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.

Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.

If You Are:

Empathic, compassionate, and patient

Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic

A good communicator and team player

Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! Click here (https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg) to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family.

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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