Disability Innovation Fund Transition Navigator 2026-01280
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Disability Innovation Fund Transition Navigator 2026-01280
Salary
$27.13 Hourly
Location
Riverton, WY
Job Type
Contract Full-time
Job Number
2026-01280
Department
Department of Workforce Services
Division
Vocational Rehab - Riverton
Opening Date
05/13/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Job Classification
ATAW99
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Do you have a passion for helping school-age students reach new heights?
Do you find yourself cheerleading others as they work towards reaching their goals? Do you love helping students explore what options await them as they grow up? The Wyoming Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is looking for a creative and highly motivated individual to support students as they navigate the transition process of career exploration. As a Transition Navigator with our Pathways to Progress (P2P) grant-funded program, you will be responsible for the recruitment and case management of students enrolled in the Pathways to Progress (P2P). Your role will also include working collaboratively with a group of dedicated stakeholders, assigned school districts, and a regional Center for Independent Living to help coordinate career exploration services and referrals to mental health programs. This position will travel extensively throughout Fremont County, including Riverton, Lander, Shoshoni, Fort Washakie, Arapaho, Ethete, St. Stephens, and Hudson.
As a Transition Navigator, you will be encouraged to use your creative mind and energy to develop innovative opportunities for students to engage in career exploration through both individual and group activities. You will also put your leadership skills on display as you develop and facilitate local transition council teams to support the P2P program and efforts
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Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Recruiting eligible students for the P2P program
Participating in outreach activities to promote the P2P program
Working collaboratively with stakeholders, assigned school districts, and Centers for Independent Living
Provide creative and innovative opportunities for students to engage in career exploration
Networking with local employers to create positive relationships and opportunities for student work experience sites
Providing basic case management for students enrolled in the P2P program to ensure they have access to partner services and mental health care as applicable
Serving as a mentor to students by offering support, encouragement, and inspiration as they explore their futures
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference for a Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field,
Preference may be considered for an Associate's degree in the human service field, and extensive experience
Preference for one year of experience working with youth in transition or providing Pre-Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities
Preference may be considered for equivalent combinations of related education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, and regulations
Ability to work in cooperation with Local Education Agencies, DVR, and Workforce offices
Ability to be proactive, organized, and manage caseloads
Knowledge of informed choice, confidentiality, and conflict of interest -Knowledge of disability rights, culture, and history
Skill in working with individuals with disabilities, as well as skill in sensitive, respectful, and effective communication with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and languages
Skill in public speaking
Ability to work within your scope of practice, knowledge, skill, and abilities, and an ability to delegate, refer, or communicate when a duty or role is outside your scope of practice or skill level
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Travel throughout Fremont County
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-exempt
This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) position
The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) , including your rights and responsibilities
Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
Limited State benefits are available for this position
Full-time, 40 hours per week position
This position does not include paid time off or holiday pay
Supplemental Information
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
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