Adult Transition Advocate

2 weeks ago

Miami, United States Center for Independent Living of South Florida Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Reports to: Program Manager. In the absence of the Program Manager, reports to the Director of Programs.

Essential Functions of the Job:

  • Perform intake/assessment of consumers consistent with eligibility criteria.

  • Assist consumers in setting and meeting academic and self-sufficiency goals.

  • Educate consumers in the philosophy of Independent Living and teach self-advocacy skills.

  • Ensure participants’ access to community providers and follow up on referrals until satisfaction is achieved.

  • Maintain communication with teachers, school counselors and Vocational Rehabilitation counselors to ensure effectiveness and timeliness of Section 504 accommodations.

  • Observe participants’ class interaction and assess need for accommodations.

  • Document consumer monthly contacts accurately and timely.

  • Teach participants independent living and self-sufficiency skills.

  • Coordinate efforts with tutors and other support personnel to guarantee effectiveness of accommodations.

  • Maintain records of tutoring progress, including pre and post-tests, tutor schedules, completion of tutoring sessions, and tutor invoices.

  • Maintain accurate records of consumer achievement of program goals and implement timely and effective interventions whenever needed.

  • Coordinate with VR counselors to promote job placement referrals after graduation.

  • Teach employability skills or provide pre-placement training (PPT) to consumers referred by VR for Employment Services and youth referred for Pre-employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS).

  • Apply consumer and stakeholder satisfaction surveys on a timely basis.

  • Participate in training, workshops and other activities of staff development.

  • Must submit to a federal, state and local background check according to existing Miami Dade County Public Schools and CILSF policies.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree in social work, education, or related field or a minimum of five years of experience working in the same areas required.

  • Reliable vehicle available on a daily basis required.

  • Must possess knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.

  • Experience in the social service delivery system in Miami Dade County is preferred.

  • Bilingual capabilities preferred (Spanish or Creole).

  • Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, on occasion.

  • Life experience related to disability is preferred.

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