EA IV - Bridge Transition Program

Job Posting

Title:

EA IV
- Bridge Transition Program

Responsible for assisting students with significant support needs to acquire and maintain appropriate employment skills relative to students needs in various community businesses. Supervision may include assistance with a variety of daily functions such as behavior support, communication skills, and basic life skills. Supervision may also include a range of services from one on one care to itinerant support in order to maximize personal independence in the workplace.

Collaborates and consults with support team and other specialists. Transports students to and from various worksites and other District activities in District small vehicle. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.

• Occasional lifting of 40 to 70 pounds
• Frequent bending, standing, sitting, walking
• Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, or standing
• Ability to run short distances

May provide assistance in some therapeutic activities as described by related service providers and assist in documentation of progress and services

Maintain required certifications including First Aid/CPR and Colorado Small Vehicle Driver’s License –DCSD. This includes passing the annual CDE test.

Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures as directed.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Assist in formal and informal vocational assessment prior to and on the job placement.

Supervise students in work setting and use professional judgment in the transfer of responsibilities from the job coach to employers and co-workers. (i.e. direct supervisor to itinerant consultant)

Support and educate employers about any possible adaptations or modifications necessary to aid student work performance

Explore, obtain, and monitor volunteer and gainful employment opportunities.

Collaborate with teachers and students to organize educational recreational outings.

May be responsible for classroom supervision and instruction in the absence of the teacher.

Establish a positive working relationship with the student and implement a consistent behavior modification system based on individual needs.

Maintain records including transportation reports and student performance in a daily/weekly log as indicated by supervisors, teachers, agency representatives, parents and other District personnel (as needed).

Assist students with daily functions such as food preparation, hand over hand or tube feeding, toileting, etc., as well as life skills instructions.

Perform daily pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle and service vehicle as required.

Operate assigned district vehicle in compliance with School Bus Operator’s Handbook and local, state and federal laws while providing student with local transportation via district vehicle.

CPI - DCSD, First Aid/CPR Certification
- Colorado, Small Vehicle Driver's License
- Colorado DMV

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Ability to run short distances, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Demonstrated computer skills including word processing, database and spreadsheets, Maintains a generally positive attitude., Observes all District policies and procedures., Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Regular

Bridge Program
- Highlands Ranch

No

37.5

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

0.94

180 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted…