Job Description

Transition Consultant – Starke County

Location: Primarily Starke County, with possible assignments in surrounding counties (secondary and postsecondary schools)

Pay: $17.52/hour

Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday 8 am-4 pm Flex, 40 hours per week aligned with the school-year schedule

About the Role

Join Cardinal Services as a Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Transition Consultant!

In this rewarding role, you’ll help students with disabilities (ages 14–22) prepare for meaningful futures through hands-on learning, self-advocacy, and career exploration. You’ll collaborate with schools, families, employers, and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) counselors to help students build confidence, develop job skills, and explore education and employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and individual Pre-ETS services such as career exploration, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy instruction.
• Support students in developing employment skills and participating in work-based learning experiences.
• Collaborate with schools, VR counselors, families, and community employers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with program standards.
• Participate in required training and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working positively and professionally with youth.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Comfortable leading group activities and adapting to diverse learning needs.
• Must pass all background checks.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license (3+ years) and have reliable transportation with active auto insurance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Holiday Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Training and Continued Education Opportunities
• Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance

Additional Information

• All Cardinal Services locations are tobacco-free.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and ADA compliant.

To Apply:

Visit www.cardinalservices.org