Student Transition Advocate — Early Reach Coordinator

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Elim (PA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate Work Schedule

Telework

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an Early Reach Coordinator for the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. You will work directly with students with disabilities to help them explore future employment possibilities and support growth, independence, and long-term success.

The role covers Cambria, Indiana, Somerset, and Westmoreland counties, with a 37.5-hour workweek and potential telework options after training. Salary starts at $60,538 annually with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Social Worker 1 or a Forensic Social Worker 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title).
• Two years of experience as a Social Worker 1 or a bachelor’s degree in social work or social welfare;
• Two years of professional experience providing direct public or private social work services, and a bachelor's degree in social work or social welfare;
• A master's degree in social work or social welfare.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide vocational counseling, guidance, referrals, and advocacy services that support successful transitions to employment.
• Gather and evaluate educational, medical, vocational, and personal information to identify student service needs and goals.
• Connect students and families with community agencies, educational programs, and disability-related services that support future success.
• Collaborate with educators, agency staff, and families to develop plans and strengthen transition services for students with disabilities.
• Assist with rehabilitation service applications, compile required documentation, and prepare information for eligibility determinations.
• Deliver presentations, participate in meetings and events, and promote awareness of vocational rehabilitation services within the community.

Skills

Social work experience

Education

Master's degree in social work or social welfare

Bachelor's degree in social work or social welfare

Two years of experience as Social Worker 1 or Forensic Social Worker 1

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an Early Reach Coordinator for the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. You will work directly with students with disabilities to help them explore future employment possibilities and support growth, independence, and long-term success.

The role covers Cambria, Indiana, Somerset, and Westmoreland counties, with a 37.5-hour workweek and potential telework options after training. Salary starts at $60,538 annually with competitive benefits.