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OTTUMWA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Ottumwa, Iowa

POSITION TITLE: Transition Alliance Program Coordinator (TAP)

REPORTS TO:

The Transition Alliance Program (TAP) Coordinator will develop, coordinate, and oversee services within the TAP program to introduce, explore and facilitate vocational opportunities for students with disabilities. Coordinator will provide services to youth in the areas of: assessment, intake, job development and placement activities (including short term job coaching), facilitate community based work experiences, collaboration with Iowa Voc Rehab ( IVRS) and Ottumwa staff, support transition plans for students with Individual Education Plans (IEP), individual student vocational counseling aligned to student goals, provide group vocational skill building, and maintain case records and necessary documentation. The TAP coordinator is a shared position between Ottumwa Schools and Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a valid driver’s license

• BA/BS in Education or a Human Services related area preferred

• Previous experience in the area of transitioning of individuals into the world of work and who have Job Coaching Certification is preferred

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Communicate effectively with TAP participants, their parents/caregivers, high school staff and IVRS

• Self-motivated, flexible and able to meet deadlines

• Oversee the development and implementation of individual plans for employment

• Able to keep accurate, up-to-date records

• Carry out expected duties including student intake, screening, evaluation, goal development, community placement, vocational support, vocational counseling and communication

• Able to deal with problems and crisis situations as needed

• Able to develop positive relationships with a wide variety of individuals from a diverse population

• Work cooperatively with community employers to develop supportive relationships to increase vocational access for students with disabilities

• Must promote a positive attitude regarding TAP, Vocational Rehabilitation and Ottumwa Community School District to schools, families, businesses and the public in general

• Must have computer skills necessary to perform job searches, assist students with on-line and vocational and educational activities on the computer

• Collaborate with TAP coach, IVRS, school administrators, school counselors, and special education teachers

• Oversee job coaching and training activities on work sites, complete evaluation and exploration activities at job shadowing sites

• Assist students with writing resumes, filling out job applications, practicing for interviews, teaching positive work habits and developing interpersonal skills that promote long term employment

• Support community living skills like proper hygiene, budgeting, use of public transportation, and other daily living skills

• Develop and implement summer activities for students and families in cooperation with IVRS

• Encourage employers to use job incentives, consult with employers in problem situations and coordinate services with other resources based on individual need

• Complete other record keeping and clerical duties as required by the TAP Program

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  Never

  0%

  Occasional

  1-32%

  Frequent

  33-66%

  Constant

  67%

• A.

  Standing

  X

  B.

  Walking

  X

  C.

  Sitting

  X

  D.

  Bending/Stooping

  X

  E.

  Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

  X

  F.

  Climbing/Stairs

  X

  G.

  Driving

  X

  H.

  Lifting (10 lbs.)

  X

  I.

  Carrying (20 feet)

  X

  J.

  Manual Dexterity Tasks

  Telephone

  X

  Computer

  X

  Other

  K.

  Working Conditions

  Inside

  X

  Outside

  X

  Extremes of

  Temperature/Humidity

  X

  All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

  TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  Salary and work year as established by the Board or by the collective bargaining agreement if such exists.

  EVALUATION:

  Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluations of Support Services Personnel.

  DATE: 7/1/2023