Student Hireability Navigator - Bilingual Preferred (Redbird) Onsite - job 1 of 2

Student HireAbility Navigator in consultation with the local VR offices identifies the Pre-employment transition services available to students with disabilities. The sole focus of this position is the development, coordination, capacity-building, and provision of pre-employment transition services.

• Identify other, similar services available to students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to develop work-based learning opportunities for students with disabilities, including internships, summer employment, other employment opportunities available throughout the school year, and apprenticeships.
• Convene and/or attend workgroups, committees, coalitions, and cross-agency teams to foster system and community coordination of pre-employment transition services and activities.
• Increase community and system awareness of the resources and activities available to students with disabilities; promoting career exploration, post-secondary education and work readiness, routine interaction with local, state and federal government officials, school districts, education services centers, employers, Workforce Solutions, the media and the public.
• Developing and implementing a three-year Student HireAbility Navigator Action Plan; establish program goals, effective and innovative strategies, deliverables, accountable parties and timelines for achieving goals.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• One additional year of full-time qualifying experience may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education
• Four years of full-time work experience in the fields of education, vocational rehabilitation, workforce development programs, human services programs, or non-profit organizations serving students or persons with disabilities is preferred
• A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for years of the required qualifying experience
• Must be a team player and model HEART Principles
• Have knowledge of community resources to address potential barriers of job seekers. Familiarity with human service, vocational rehabilitation, and disability issues and service competencies
• Strong written/oral communication and presentation skills
•  Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
•  Must possess and maintain a good driving record and meet company driving requirements

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Extensive standing, sitting, computer, phone, and deskwork required; some kneeling and lifting of up to 50 pounds required; work primarily in a defined office environment with specified hours, although flexible hours including overtime may be required; interacts one on one and in groups with individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Position is a Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm 

The hourly rate of pay is: $22.00 per hour.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.