Position Highlights

The Vocational Specialist is responsible for implementing pre-employment transition services in local schools, as well as collaborating with the local school and adult service agency personnel. The Vocational Specialist also communicates and shares information while engaging families and students with disabilities. This person will work with educators to develop and provide direct vocational services and individualized supports for students with disabilities. The Vocational Specialist will provide training on job sites, collect data, share resources, and maintain follow-up communication with local sites.

These openings will be filled within the state of Arizona as the unit grows into different areas across the state. You are encouraged to apply wherever you are located, as we have contacts state-wide to get programs started.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Share relevant resources at local schools to connect students and parents with information regarding pre-employment services, individualized instruction, and support for youth ages 14 to 22 primarily in community settings and local businesses. Communicate, share information, and engage families and students with disabilities.
• Collect data and success stories, contribute to informational materials and resource development, and monitor and provide follow-up services at participating sites.
• Participate in project, team, and departmental meetings and keep the project coordinator and project staff informed of local activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/people.
• Practical ability to observe a job process, break it down into manageable steps, and teach it effectively.
• The capacity to maintain a calm, positive demeanor in challenging or stressful situations.
• The ability to identify performance issues and quickly create, implement, and adjust support strategies on-site.
• The capacity to build rapport with the student, school staff, and employers to foster natural supports in the workplace.