Jobs & Hope WV

Title of Vacancy

Jobs & Hope WV – Transition Agent

Position Type

Professional

Administrative Unit

Mountain State Educational Services Cooperative

Location

Kanawha County/Charleston, WV

Position Summary

The Transition Agent is assigned to conduct needs assessments and build a personalized plan for each participant as the participant transitions through recovery or re-entry and prepares for potential education and career opportunities. This Transition Agent will develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all agency partners to assist the participant in overcoming barriers in the development of education and employment goals that match the participant’s skills, interests, and experience.

Duties

• Assess participant’s education, work experience, skills, needs, abilities, and job interest.
• Work with businesses, agencies, and organizations to identify job vacancies and remove barriers to employment.
• Market available services to businesses and community organizations.
• Conduct regular follow-ups with employers and report results to appropriate staff.
• Assist participants in obtaining identification documents and overcoming employment barriers.
• Conduct workshops on identifying and overcoming employment barriers.
• Prepare reports and maintain case notes on participant progress.
• Coordinate referrals to support services and educational programs.

Expectations

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Exhibits ethical conduct, punctuality, and attendance.
• Works effectively within a multi-disciplinary framework.
• Maintains a valid driver’s license and confidentiality of records.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in education, social work, or human services; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Extensive experience with technology and case management.
• Job knowledge, work experience, or life skills considered in lieu of degree.

Employment Relationship

This position is a will and pleasure employee of the Mountain State ESC. Continuation of the position is dependent upon funding, enrollment, and program performance.

Salary

$41,000 to $59,000 commensurate with education level and years of related experience.

Apply To

Jan Hanlon, Executive Director
501 22nd Street
Dunbar, WV 25064
Email: rjpreece@k12.wv.us
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Discrimination Prohibited

Mountain State ESC will grant equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, age, religion, color, sex, or national origin.