Employee Contract DIF Transition Navigator at State of Wyoming

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Do you have a passion for helping school-age students reach new heights Do you find yourself cheerleading others as they work towards reaching their goals Do you love helping students explore what options await them as they grow up The Wyoming Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is looking for a creative and highly motivated individual to support students as they navigate the transition process of career exploration.As a Transition Navigator with our Pathways to Progress (P2P) grant-funded program you will be responsible for the recruitment and case management of students enrolled in the Pathways to Progress (P2P). Your role will also include working collaboratively with a group of dedicated stakeholders assigned school districts and a regional Center for Independent Living to help coordinate career exploration services and referrals to mental health programs. As a Transition Navigator you will be encouraged to use your creative mind and energy to develop innovative opportunities for students to engage in career exploration through both individual and group activities. You will also put your leadership skills on display as you develop and facilitate local transition council teams to support the P2P program and efforts.Human Resource Contact: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.Recruiting eligible students for the P2P programParticipating in outreach activities to promote the P2P programWorking collaboratively with stakeholders assigned school districts and Centers for Independent LivingProvide creative and innovative opportunities for students to engage in career explorationNetworking with local employers to create positive relationships and opportunities for student work experience sitesProviding basic case management for students enrolled in the P2P program to ensure they have access to partner services and mental health care as applicable.Serving as a mentor to students by offering support encouragement and inspiration as they explore their futuresQualificationsPREFERENCES:An associates degree in counseling education social work business administration or a related field is preferred.KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of Google Suite programsKnowledge of complex case managementKnowledge of local area schools and businessesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:None - See PreferencesNecessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Some travel requiredNOTES:FLSA: Non-exemptThis is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) positionThe Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilitiesOffers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background checkLimited State benefits are available for this positionFull-time 40 hours per week positionThis position does not include paid time off or holiday paySupplemental InformationClick here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Key Skills Customer Service,CFA,Ethernet,Fiber,Anesthesia Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1