San Juan Board of Cooperative Educational Services
701 Camino Del Rio Ste 221, Durango, CO 81301
2003 Industrial Park Rd, Cortez, CO 81321
Job Description
TITLE: School to Work Alliance(SWAP) Specialist
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma required. Associates, or college degree preferred.
2. Experience working with young adults (15-24 yrs.) in a mentoring role.
3. Knowledge of disabilities preferred.
4. Experience in the areas of secondary education, vocational rehabilitation, or career
development is preferred.
5. Strong skills with organization, independent work, time management, problem- solving, and written and oral communication.
6. Ability to develop and maintain business relationships, resulting in client work
experiences and employment for SWAP clients.
7. Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite
JOB GOAL: The School to Work Alliance Program purpose is helping young adults in
Durango, and Montezuma County Colorado area, as they transition to the workforce.
SWAP specialists make connections with area employers and community agencies and
partner with school districts. Specialists work with youth ages 15–24, helping participants
through various one-on-one and group activities to take the necessary steps to achieve
their career goals.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist youth and families through the application process for the Division of
Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) program, including obtaining records, to determine
eligibility for DVR services.
2. Administering assessments to help determine vocational interests, abilities,
strengths, and concerns.
3. Assisting youth with career exploration activities, training resources and options,
and creating realistic career goals.
4. Teaching job-seeking skills training, including resume preparation, interviewing
skills, and how to conduct an effective job search. This may include teaching
independent living skills.
5. Assisting youth with their job search, including helping to identify job openings
among area employers. Job-related instruction and supervision are needed to
develop specific job skills and general work behaviors.
6. Directly teaching success-on-the-job skills to youth through written materials,
videos, and lesson plans including on site job coaching.
7. Following up with youth and possibly employers after job placement to ensure
success on the job and assist youth in addressing any problems that may arise.
