Transition Coordinator
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Transition Coordinator.
Position Details
Location
Gulf Park
730 East Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560
United States
Division
Institute for Disability Study
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
Yes
Pay Grade
E08
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary The TransitionCoordinator coordinates day-to-day operations of transition to adulthood (employment,volunteerism, service, independent living, leadership, advocacy, andpost-secondary education) programs and services. This position workscollaboratively with the executive coordinator for transition and providesguidance to the transition specialist in developing, implementing new programsservices and activities; maintaining existing programs, services andactivities; monitoring person-centered plan (plan of care) development, servicecoordination/case management, and internships; and overseeing direct trainingand technical assistance to youth and young adults with disabilities, familymembers and those that serve them.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college oruniversity in disability studies, social work, healthcare, special education,psychology, child and family sciences, counseling or related field. Three tofive years of experience or training beyond a bachelor's degree in working withpersons with disabilities providing transition training, technical assistanceand/or direct services.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in disability studies, social work, healthcare, special education, psychology, child and family sciences, counseling or related field. Social work licensure or case management certification.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Transition Coordinator.
Position Details
Location
Gulf Park
730 East Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560
United States
Division
Institute for Disability Study
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
Yes
Pay Grade
E08
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary The TransitionCoordinator coordinates day-to-day operations of transition to adulthood (employment,volunteerism, service, independent living, leadership, advocacy, andpost-secondary education) programs and services. This position workscollaboratively with the executive coordinator for transition and providesguidance to the transition specialist in developing, implementing new programsservices and activities; maintaining existing programs, services andactivities; monitoring person-centered plan (plan of care) development, servicecoordination/case management, and internships; and overseeing direct trainingand technical assistance to youth and young adults with disabilities, familymembers and those that serve them.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Researches, reviews and implements transition to adulthood best practice and research-based recommendations into transition to adulthood training and technical assistance activities.
- Designs, provides oversight and oversees quality monitoring of transition to adulthood best practice and research-based training to youth and young adults with disabilities, families, providers and the business community/employers.
- Coordinates and provides staff support and guidance in the dissemination of information regarding best practices at state, regional, or national trainings and conferences.
- Cultivates partnerships with local, state, and national organizations/agencies, as well as University staff, faculty, and departments to promote transition services.
- Coordinates compliance with internal program policies and regulations for all transition services.
- Works and provides guidance to transition staff to develop schedules, program structure, and training curricula.
- Documents and tracks all transition activities including data collection and quality monitoring for use in preparing reports for IDS and funding agencies.
- Provides guidance for reporting and monitors implementation of transition services including usage of intake forms, needs assessment tools and individual support plans
- Monitors staff provision of advocacy support and self-sufficiency development to individuals with disabilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college oruniversity in disability studies, social work, healthcare, special education,psychology, child and family sciences, counseling or related field. Three tofive years of experience or training beyond a bachelor's degree in working withpersons with disabilities providing transition training, technical assistanceand/or direct services.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of transition to adulthood services and supports,
- Knowledge of disability services and supports,
- Skill in managing one's own time and the time of others,
- Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines,
- Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence,
- Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion,
- Ability to communicate verbally and through written means to interact with a diverse group of people,
- Skill in being detail-orientated and timely with all required notes, files and documentation,
- Ability to establish goals and objectives, and
- Ability to be resourceful and determined to provide a positive experience for others.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in disability studies, social work, healthcare, special education, psychology, child and family sciences, counseling or related field. Social work licensure or case management certification.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.