Transition Navigator

Definition:Under the direction of the Director of Adult Education, the Transition Navigator will serve as a critical connection to and navigator of support services and to assist students in reaching their career and academic goals through programs and agencies that include: English as a Second Language (ESL), High School Diploma, High School equivalency, Adult Basic Education, Workforce Development and Career and Technical Education programs.Distinguishing Characteristics:The Transition Navigator will ensure students are connected to the continuum of services to span adult education instruction to high school diploma/equivalency to post-secondary education and the workforce.Representative Duties:Build collaborative relationships with community-based and other public agencies in order to provide services, referring students to the appropriate support within and external to Lake Tahoe Community College. Collaborate with adult schools, the regional workforce development systems, local businesses, libraries, and other community organizations to facilitate the students’ transitions to college and/or work. Provide outreach to partners and potential partners to ensure broad representation and inclusion in the continuum of services and providers. Understand other organizations and agencies processes, to include; intake, orientation, assessment and follow-up.Facilitate student bridge/transition sessions to include “warm hand-offs” with local adult education consortium members, workforce development offices and other entities; assist with college student applications, provide workshops to assist with financial aid options, and connect students to college- level support services.Organize students’ inventory and orientation sessions as needed. Assist students to set career and academic goals and develop an educational and career plan identifying assets, barriers, and support services needed to address challenges. Work closely with the Work Experience Coordinator to ensure students have access to appropriate and timely internship and employment opportunities.Serve on the Student Assessment/Transition work group.Keep all necessary records and submit required paperwork in a timely manner.Attend required meetings and professional development sessions as needed.Other Duties:Perform related duties as assigned.