Current Openings:
Transition/Life Skills Specialist:
Close Date: 11/03/2025
As a Transition / Life Skills Specialist, you will work with students and adults in a team setting providing instruction at the School for the Blind as well as periodic work in communities across the state.
During training weeks for different age groups, you will assist with instruction in various life skills (activities of daily living, i.e.) for those with low vision or blindness. Building career readiness concepts and skills with students will be a major aspect of daily work. Developing relationships with employers and assisting students with scheduled job experiences in those settings is a key responsibility. Some travel within the state to visit student in schools and employment settings is an expectation.
To thrive in this position, you must be willing to enthusiastically learn the resources and skills to enable independence for students with low vision or blindness. Structured, on-the-job training will be provided and participation in blindness-related coursework may be required. We are looking for someone who enjoys teaching and role-modeling, is passionate about empowering others, and is a team player.
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Classified Benefits
Stay Healthy
Fully paid family health insurance
- Family Health Insurance with no monthly paycheck deductions.
Wellness Program
- Get reimbursed for going to the gym or earn up to $250 for participating in wellness activities.
Vision & Dental Insurance
- Voluntary plan options at a reduced rate for you and your family.
Employee Assistance Program
- Counseling services to assist employees and family members.
Financial Planning
Retirement
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14.12% is contributed towards retirement. 11.12% is contributed by NDVS/SB, with the employee contributing an additional 3%.
Deferred Compensation
- Employees may participate in an additional tax-free retirement plan.
Flex Comp Plan
- Employees may pay medical expenses, insurance payments, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Life Insurance
- Employees receive a basic life insurance with an option for additional coverage.
Time Away From Work
Annual Leave
- 0-3 years earns 8 hours per month.
- 4-7 years earns 10 hours per month.
- 8-12 years earns 12 hours per month.
- 13-18 years earns 14 hours per month.
- Over 18 years earns 16 hours per month.
Sick Leave
- Earn 8 hours per month.
Holidays
- 10 paid holidays per year.
Leave Sharing
- Employees are eligible to give or receive donations of annual or sick leave for medical conditions.
Additional Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules
Professional Development Opportunities
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