Transition Coordinator, Sheppard Pratt School - Cumberland

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement match

Tuition reimbursement for ongoing教育

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Generous paid-time-off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Sheppard Pratt School in Cumberland is a nonpublic special education day school serving students in grades K-12. The role focuses on assessing vocational interests and guiding post-graduation planning within a warm, nurturing environment.

You will assess students’ vocational interests and prepare them for post-graduation based on their developmental needs, working with a multi-disciplinary team to support transitions and post-secondary outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience.
• MSDE Initial Professional License (IPL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the transition component of the individualized education plan (IEP) for students in the program.
• Serve as a resource for students and families/caregivers regarding post-secondary planning, including scholarship and financial aid applications.
• Assist in tracking and managing student service-learning hours and MSDE graduation requirements as appropriate.

Skills

Vocational assessments

Family guidance

Education

Master’s degree in counseling/psychology

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm | Job Location Type: In Person

The Sheppard Pratt School in Cumberland is a nonpublic special education day school dedicated to providing year-round educational, vocational, and daily living services to students in grades K-12. Our focus lies in supporting students with emotional disabilities and autism, empowering them to succeed academically and beyond. We believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student’s potential is recognized and celebrated. From vibrant artwork adorning our halls to meaningful interactions between staff and students, our school embodies a culture of warmth, connection, and growth.

What to expect.

You will assess students’ vocational interests and prepare them for post-graduation based on an understanding of their developmental needs.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Preparing the transition component of the individualized education plan (IEP) for students in the program.
• Serving as a resource for students and their families/caregivers regarding post-secondary planning, including scholarship and financial aid applications, and connecting them with relevant agencies.
• Assisting in tracking and managing student service-learning hours and Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) graduation requirements as appropriate.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The pay range for this position is $47,175.65 minimum - $91,052 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

What we need from you.

• One of the following combinations of education and experience:
  • Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field and experience working with behaviorally challenged adolescents.
  • Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience.
• MSDE Initial Professional License (IPL) is preferred.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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