Job Information
Davenport Community Schools Transition Alliance Program (TAP) Coordinator in Davenport, Iowa
Transition Alliance Program (TAP) Coordinator JobID: 11336
Position Type:
Other/ Other
Date Posted:
8/19/2024
Location:
West High School
The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.Minimum Salary: $23.28 (dependent upon education and experience)
Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships) Responsible for planning the delivery and coordination of transition services provided to high school age students and young adults with disabilities. The coordinator will provide comprehensive services/instruction for youth in the following areas: personal counseling (includes career), transition assessments, diagnostic services, instruction, job development, and placement activities; development of apprenticeships and community based work experiences; compilation of labor market information; collaboration with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, school personnel and adult service providers; develop transitions plans in coordination of IEP’s (as appropriate) and Employment Plans; teaching of competencies as based on individual needs; maintenance of case records and reports. Student Focus:
Oversee students who are interested in additional education after high school by applying to schools, completing financial aid paperwork, buying books and studying for tests.
Create transition plans for students with disabilities on an IEP or a 504 plan.
Implement individual transition plans for post-secondary careers.
Plan and provide vocational counseling as necessary to ensure understanding of disability and assess and develop appropriate vocational choices.
Teach students how to disclose their disability to employers and post-secondary schools.
Facilitate job placement by evaluating a student’s job readiness, developing and executing a plan for job seeking activities, contacting employers, providing job analysis and modification/accommodation recommendations, selective placement and follow-up.
Instructing and Assessing:
Develop and provide services to assess, prescribe, evaluate and guide high school age students' learning experiences in conjunction with goals and objectives to obtain competitive employment.
Develop instruction in the classroom or work field based on individual need.
Conduct or oversee assessments to determine student vocational aptitude, interests, or general ability for career areas.
Plan and implement vocational instruction and employment information, training in community and independent living skills.
Supervisory Duties:
Supervise and follow-up on students placed in the community.
Oversees and manages the TAP contract.
Creates and submits quarterly reports to IVRS documenting services provided to students, performance measures required by IVRS, budget status of program, business engagement/partnership and follow along/up services.
Supervises day to day program, will develop and support job training of youth, and assign TAP Work Liaison to individual students.
Management and Coaching Focus:
Initiate and carry out all expected duties including intake of student paperwork, screening, evaluation, goal development, casework activities, placement, guidance and referral.
Contributes to IEP meetings, providing results of transition assessment data and updates on student performance at the workplace.
Prepares and maintains records and reports as directed by deadlines required by the District, IVRS, AEA, Community Agencies, County and the State.
Plans and delivers professional staff development as needed to staff.
Work independently and make decisions regarding the TAP program.
Community/Employer Outreach Relations:
Work with the business community to learn more about business needs, labor market trends, and future needs of the community.
Work cohesively with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services.
Develop and complete “Job Development” with employers to establish a partnership for job training sites for youth to learn and work within integrated settings.
Understands and develops relationships with youth/families and others representing a wide range of socio-economic, diverse and cultural backgrounds.
Collaborate and consult with: Staff, Principals, Teachers, Counselors, Mississippi Bend AEA Staff, Transition Specialist, Parents, Students and Community Agencies.
Physical Requirements of Position:(HBV ?Yes ? No)(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to -
Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.
Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Noise level is quiet to loud.
Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
Substance-free environment.
Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.
Special Qualification Desired:(Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)
Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential
Have a valid driver’s license
BA/BS in Education or a Human Services related area OR
Degree in social work or relevant profession that emphasizes services to individuals or commensurate experience within the above listed fields.
Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing and instruct persons with disabilities, employers, school personnel, and outside support.
Self-motivated, flexible and able to meet deadlines. Must be able to move from one duty or activity to the next independently.
Must have computer skills necessary to perform job searches, assist students with on-line and vocational and educational activities on the computer.
Additional Duties: Havethe capacity to work in a position that periodically requires flexible hours.