Transition Specialist

Job DetailsDescriptionJoin Our Team and Make a Difference Every DayPosition: Transition SpecialistPay: $21 - $23/hourLocation: Buffalo, NYSchedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs/weekThe Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.Why Work With Us?Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)Up to 12 days of paid time off14–16 paid holidays annuallyPotential for annual raises and profit sharingTuition ReimbursementHealth, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)Employee Assistance Program:Free mental health counselingFree childcare referralsAccess to legal servicesGrief/eldercare supportFinancial planning resourcesYour Impact as a Transition Specialist The Transition Specialist conducts and monitors implementation of transition services on a student’s IEP, such as training, education, employment, and where appropriate, leisure and independent living skills. This may include but is not limited to direct assistance in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team for persons in supported employment placements, other job experiences in addition to in-house work and the school store, and other community integration activities for the purpose of increasing independence and to foster a successful transition into the adult world.Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team for persons in supported employment placements, other job experiences in addition to in-house work and the school store, and other community integration activities for the purpose of implementing plans for increasing independence and to foster a successful transition into the adult worldMaintain regular and professional communication with classroom teams, related services, behavior support staff, administration, and employers at work site in relation to assigned studentsSupervise and ensure completion of jobs for in-house job placements (e.g. school store, recycling, and completion of other jobs from outside employers) including the creation of vocational-related materials and maintenance of vocational spaces.Collect and maintain assigned data/tracking, complete assigned assessments and progress updates, maintain record of student training hours, and support the completion of workplace documentation.Maintain CDL license to ensure safely transporting students to and from work placementsAdheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and RespectAdheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time OffEDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma and 2 years experience working in the field of developmental disabilities ORAssociates degree or higher and 1 year experience.Retail management experience preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Etc.NYS Teaching Assistant Certificate or valid NYS Teacher Certificate in any field required.Must be First Aid and SCIP-R certified (training provided by agency).Most hold a valid NYS commercial driver’s license, or complete CDL training within one year of job acceptance. Agency approval of driving record according to agency policy and procedures.At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!