Transition Coordinator

Transition Coordinator

Job Description

The Transition Specialist for the client provides oversight to all transition-related practices in the juvenile correctional facilities.

Job Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Facilitate the implementation of a life skills curriculum, titled Next Steps.
Utilize the Transition Coordinator Handbook in an effort to standardize the transition practices.
Evaluate the five "Transition Consultations" to be completed by every student under the guidance of an assigned teacher.
Participate on a weekly basis in Administrative Release Committees (ARC) in each facility to confirm and reinforce the student's reentry plans.
Do the Follow Up Phone Calls to released youth at 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months.
The Transition Coordinators will represent the client at many conferences and meetings.
The Transition Coordinators will assist in the development of a partnership with the client.
The Transition Coordinators will assist in the development of the individualized Education Learning Plan for each youth upon entry at the facility.
Work with state, county and private agencies to provide re-entry servicers for youth transitioning back into the community.
Assist students with obtaining social security cards, state identification, driver’s license, birth certificates, and additional documentation.
Assist students with transitioning back to public schools
Assist students with employment, apprenticeship programs, and military service information

Skill - Required / Desired
Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment. - Required
Experience with training, coaching or guiding youth. - Required
Experience collaborating and creating initiatives. - Required
Experience as a spokesperson at events. - Highly desired
Experience with building relationships and partnerships to leverage resources and services. - Highly desired

Notes:
Position is on-site, Monday thru Friday.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.