Job Description

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University's overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

About the IDD Education Center

The mission of the IDD Education Center is to foster quality life experiences for people with disabilities through innovative research, education, and services.

UC's IDD Education Center programs support transition age youth and adults with a wide range of intellectual and developmental disabilities to discover and fulfill their purpose. Transition services are about more than managing life on campus. These services are essential for empowering young people and adults to realize their full potential and taking their places in the world – a world that is enriched through their contributions.

Collaboration for Employment and Education Synergy (CEES) is a high school transition program at the University of Cincinnati designed for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 14-21. CEES offers a 12-week individualized transition curriculum to help young adults determine how their interests and abilities can be applied in the workplace. Students also gain valuable life skills that increase their ability to live and work more independently.

Job Overview

Plan, design, evaluate, modify, and coordinate independent programs for the Collaboration for Education and Employment Synergy (CEES) program. This position plays a pivotal role in facilitating the successful transition of students with disabilities from high school to post-secondary education, vocational training, employment, and independent living.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive transition programs tailored to the individual needs of students with disabilities.

• Develop, administer and

analyze assessments to identify student's strengths, preferences, interests and support needs.

• Develop and provide individualized guidance and support to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in navigating personalized transition planning in collaboration with their families and relevant professionals.

• Interact with staff, faculty, external agencies, other university departments, school administrators, teachers, counselors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with academic standards and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

• Identify and implement evidence-based practices and innovative strategies to enhance transition outcomes for students.

• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).

• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

One (1) year of program coordination experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Completion of 40 hours of training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and competency assessment conducted by a qualified supervisor.
• Current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCBA).
• Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to follow behavior intervention plans and implement behavior management techniques with fidelity.
• Proficiency in data collection, documentation, and report writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with colleagues and caregivers.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• The salary range for this position is between $40,000 and $50,000 based on qualifications.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu . 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About University of Cincinnati

HISTORY IN BRIEF - The University of Cincinnati is a public urban serving research institution that was founded in 1819 and today is one of the country’s largest universities offering more than 350 academic programs to more than 44,000 students. UC has many top ranked programs in areas such as Music and Arts, Medical and Human-Services, Criminal Justice and more. Located in an urban setting, UC is close to the heart of Cincinnati and allows easy access for students to enjoy all that the city offers. UC is also the alma mater of many notables such as President William Howard Taft; Albert Sabin, developer of the oral polio vaccine; Astronaut Neil Armstrong and Mary Weinberg, 2008 Olympic gold medalist. UC is classified as a Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission and is ranked as one of America’s top 35 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. UC jumped 17 spots in the U.S. News & World Report rankings in the past two years alone. In addition to being named a “green university” by Princeton Review, UC has been named one of the world’s most beautiful campuses by Forbes and Delta Sky magazines. Learn more at ... N STATEMENT - The University of Cincinnati serves the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world as a premier, public, urban research university dedicated to undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, experience-based learning, and research. We are committed to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive environment where innovation and freedom of intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, service, partnerships, and leadership, we create opportunity, develop educated and engaged citizens, enhance the economy and enrich our University, city, state and global community.

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