The Regional Transition Coach will work directly with students, family members, school district personnel, and community professionals to meet transition to adulthood related outcomes. Specifically, this person will seek unidentified and unserved students not currently identified but who may be eligible for OPWDD services; Assist the student, family members and transition team in the development of effective person centered plans and circle of support; Expand the agency community relationships throughout the region; Facilitate linkages within families, the community and service providers; Identify resources and needs within the assigned region; Provide outreach services and acts as a resource to all departments within the agency. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of groups and individuals. Preference will be given to candidates who reside in the designated region, and/or are the parent/family member of an individual with special needs, or the primary recipient of services themselves.
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