Helping Youth with Disabilities Prepare for Work and Life
As a Transition Specialist, you’ll help high school students with disabilities prepare for life after graduation. You’ll guide them through career exploration, job readiness, and real-world experiences that build confidence and independence. You’ll be part coach, part mentor, and part connector—helping students see what’s possible and take steps toward their future.
This role is a great fit for people who know how to lead, coach, or support others—especially if you’ve guided others through big decisions, or worked day-to-day in fast-paced environments. Whether you’re starting or continuing a career in education or human services, or bringing strong experience from another setting, we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed and grow in your own career. If you want work that’s active, meaningful, and makes a difference every day, we want to hear from you.
Primary Duties
- Provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) in schools, the community, and on job sites
- Deliver prepared group and one-on-one sessions focused on job readiness, career exploration, postsecondary planning, and self-advocacy
- Supervise and support students participating in job shadowing, internships, or other work-based learning activities
- Communicate with schools, counselors, guardians, and employers to support each student’s goals
- Keep accurate records of student participation in services
- Travel between schools, JCI locations, and local employers or student worksites as needed
What We’re Looking For
- A relationship-builder who can motivate and connect with teens
- Organized, dependable, and comfortable balancing paperwork with people work
- A self-starter who works well independently but communicates clearly as part of a team
- Comfortable in school settings, job sites, and professional environments alike
Why Join JCI?
- Mission-focused nonprofit making a lasting impact in the community
- Supportive team with ongoing training and professional development
- Structured onboarding and regular professional development with real opportunities to grow your skills and career
Additional Info
- Work hours generally align with school schedules, Monday–Friday
- Primary work locations are local high schools, job sites, community sites and JCI offices
- Orientation takes place at our Smithfield and Selma campus’
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired salary?
Work Location: In person
