Transition ConsultantMcPherson USD 418 • www.mcpherson.com Purpose Statement The job of Transition Consultant is done for the purpose(s) of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for coordinating pre-vocational and vocational training opportunities for special education students; developing work experience opportunities for students by maintaining liaisons with community businesses and organizations; providing information and direction to students; and creating transitions for special needs students from school into a more independent environment within the community.
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Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills- Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple- technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; organizing and prioritizing tasks; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math- including calculations using fractions- percents- and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals- write documents following prescribed formats- and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: range of disabilities; safe practices in work sites and other activities; record keeping techniques; modern office practices and procedures; and pertinent federal and state labor laws and program requirements.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities- meetings- and/or events; gather- collate- and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; meeting deadlines and schedules; collaborating with others; analyzing situations and taking appropriate action; demonstrating self motivation and flexibility; and delegating responsibilities.
Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job`s functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job`s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds- some pushing- and/or pulling- and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting- 60% walking- and 10% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in a generally hazard free environment. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
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Employer Information Do you believe that relationships are the cornerstone of a good education? Do you believe that curriculum and instruction should be both rigorous and relevant? If so, McPherson USD 418 is the place for you!
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McPherson, KS 67460 Job Start Date NA Applications Due By 09/22/2024 |