Virginia Wesleyan University will invite applicants for the position of Neurodiversity Career Development Specialist.
Virginia Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Job purpose
- The Neurodiversity Career Development Specialist provides neurodiverse students career counseling and job placement services tailored to the needs of the student. This is a two year, grant funded position.
Duties and responsibilities
- Assist in the development and delivery of employment training and curriculum
- Conduct one-on-one career coaching sessions
- Facilitate internship opportunities for neurodiverse students
- Develop partnerships with employers for job placement opportunities
- Support participants in managing career transitions
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President for Student Success
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services or a related field
EXPERIENCE: Some experience in working with neurodiverse individuals in educational or workforce setting