Youth Transition Services

What does Youth Transition mean?

It means changing the role of a student in the school environment to becoming an adult who participates in the community. This participation includes holding down a job, getting a post secondary education, living independently, socializing with friends, getting married and raising a family, and being a productive member of your community.

How does the Youth Transition Program Work?

    When the student turns 14 years old, or sooner if deemed necessary, a transitional Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meeting occurs in which SCIL's Youth Transition Specialist may be invited by the student, parent or school coordinator.
    It is important for the student to be present at the transitional meeting to express their interests and preferences for the future are expressed. Student focused planning is the key. Parents also need to actively participate in the youth's transition phase.
    After the IEP, the Youth Transition Specialist maintains contact with the student and parents to work on issues surrounding the transition phase and to introduce students and parents to other area service providers.
    Workshops will be offered periodically to students to work on life skills.
    Workshops will also be offered for parents.

    SCIL's Youth Transition Specialist has ongoing contact with the schools, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and agency providers to work as a team for the student's benefit.

Qualifications to Receive Services:

Have a disability
Be a student at the middle school or high school level
Be willing to work on transition goals with SCIL and the school staff.
Be motivated.

Supports and Services the Youth Transition Program Offers:

Support Groups for teens
Support Groups for parents
Educational Workshops
Independent living skills training:

        Budgeting Money
        Time Management
        Social Skills
        Communication
        Problem-Solving Skills
        Home Management
        Relationship Skills