Student Transition Coordinator; Part Time

Position Summary

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana seeks a part‑time Student Transition Coordinator to collaborate with school districts in DeKalb, Noble, and Steuben counties. The role may evolve into a full‑time position.

• Coordinate and document the functions and programming of the Pre‑Employment Transition Services program.
• Collaborate with the VP of Transition Services to review and ensure compliance with VR program and contract requirements.
• Standardize the delivery of services for the Pre‑ETS process, including the use of technology and software to facilitate remote services.
• Creatively engage students with curriculum and activities that promote growth in five core service areas; formulate teaching outlines and determine appropriate instruction methods; select or develop teaching aids such as handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and workbooks.
• Create, document, and maintain forms and records used for Pre‑ETS services, including methods of tracking activities, students, and schools.
• Coordinate Pre‑Employment Services with assigned area school systems.
• Work closely with school administration, teachers, and other Student Transition Coordinators to determine programming and appropriate curriculum for Pre‑Employment Transition Services.
• Assist in selecting candidates for the Pre‑Employment Transition Services programs.
• Complete all required documentation, reports, paperwork, and billing for selected students and services accurately and in a timely manner.
• Attend student/parent case conferences when appropriate.
• Provide Pre‑Employment Services to students in individual and/or group settings, including job exploration counseling, work‑based learning experiences, counseling on opportunities for post‑secondary education, workplace readiness training, and instruction on self‑advocacy.
• Identify the individual needs of each student and create a portfolio to document work readiness and accomplishments for potential employers.
• Market students’ work‑based learning experiences to area businesses through direct mailings/emails, personal/phone presentations, relationship building, and networking.
• Maintain relationships with area work‑based learning experience site employers.
• Create and maintain summer programs for students outside the regular school year.
• Test trainees and students to measure progress and evaluate the effectiveness of training, documenting all training.
• Conduct on‑site observations of individuals enrolled in work assessment/evaluation components and provide required written reports; evaluate and provide feedback to program participants.
• Meet with the client’s/students’ work site supervisor to discuss and document performance and program progress.
• Provide support services such as job‑seeking skills, bus training or other transportation assistance, advocacy, referral services, and crisis intervention.
• Interact cooperatively with co‑workers and referral sources to ensure smooth delivery of services.
• Follow all safety rules and practices.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management in carrying out Goodwill Industries’ mission.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with area employers for work‑based learning experiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in using a smartphone and laptop computer.
• Must pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license with a suitable driving record.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with computer systems, including Apple and Google products.
• Ability to work within a team concept.
• Ability to work efficiently and in an organized manner.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Proof of insurance for a personal vehicle at approved levels (100/300,000 liability; 50,000 property damage).
• Suitable driving record and insurability by Goodwill Industries’ insurance carrier.
• Subject to random alcohol and drug testing as specified in the Drug‑Free Workplace Program.
• Full compliance with Goodwill’s Code of Ethics.

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Agency's policy to afford equal opportunity to all regardless of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, or any other class protected by law, and to provide a work environment free of bias based on such categories.