Pre-Employment Transition Specialist-220995

JOB ID 220995

Job posting closes/applications accepted through: Open Until Filled Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.govVocational Rehabilitation Services Kansas City Region / Kansas City Position Summary & Responsibilities The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose! The Pre-Employment Transition Specialist (Pre-ETS) will document and verify pre-ETS eligibility, create a file and enter required data in Kansas Management Information Systems (KMIS) Pre-ETS module. They will develop a Pre-ETS agreement with the eligible student, their legal representative and any other support individuals the student requests and implement the agreement, providing the five required services: job exploration counseling; work-based learning experiences; counseling on opportunities for enrollment in comprehensive transition or postsecondary educational programs at institutions of higher education; workplace readiness training to develop social skills and independent living; and instruction in self-advocacy. The Pre-ETS Specialist is responsible for coordinating transition services with local area workforce youth programs and conducting and documenting Pre-ETS outreach and education activities in assigned school districts and/or special education co-ops including, but not limited to, outreach to transition personnel, special education teachers, building administrators with knowledge of section 504 eligible students, students with disabilities and their parents, foster parents and/or guardians. To view the full job posting and description, please visit www.jobs.ks.gov and search for the job ID found at the top of this posting.

Minimum Qualifications:

•If a driver's license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview. • Must maintain valid driver's license throughout employment. Five years of experience interviewing, investigating, compiling information, documenting decisions, interpreting guidelines and/or providing technical assistance relevant to the agency's programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years working with students and/or adults with disabilities. Licenses, Certificates and Registrations.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :

Security Clearance:

A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue -

Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions Compensation:

$41,870.40 Annually. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter. E-Verify DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.

INDKC Pay:

$41,870.40 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person