Student Transition Specialist

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated High School Transition Coordinator Advisor to support 85 to 100 blind and visually impaired high school students through the EDGE Program. In this role, you will help young people prepare for employment, post-secondary education, and greater independence as they move toward adulthood.

About the role

You'll serve as a connection point between students, families, schools, employers, and community organizations—helping students identify their goals, build practical skills, gain work-based experience, and develop the confidence to pursue their futures.

Responsibilities

• Student Development & Transition Planning
  • Guide individualized transition planning and ongoing support for 85 to 100 blind and visually impaired high school students
  • Help students strengthen work readiness, independent living, and self-advocacy skills
  • Support job exploration and career planning activities
  • Help students participate in work-based learning experiences
  • Assist students with planning for post-secondary education and the transition beyond high school
• Career Preparation & Employment Connections
  • Establish relationships with local employers to uncover meaningful employment opportunities for students
  • Coordinate EDGE 1.0 student placement activities in partnership with the EDGE Employer Engagement Placement Officer
  • Create and oversee Career Focus Placement Plans for EDGE 1.0 students
  • Help students prepare for career opportunities through resume development, cover and thank-you letters, interview preparation, networking skills, and job exploration
  • Support students pursuing competitive integrated employment placements and stipend opportunities
• Partnerships, Communication & Records
  • Work collaboratively with schools, families, employers, and community partners to promote successful outcomes for students
  • Maintain complete and accurate student documentation and records
  • Manage multiple student needs and priorities while working independently and maintaining strong relationships with those involved in each student's transition

Requirements

• Preferred Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Human Services, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, or a related field preferred
• Required Experience & Skills
  • Proven experience with those who experience blindness or vision impairment
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft and web applications
  • Experience with visual aids and accessibility technology preferred
  • Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple students and priorities
  • Valid driver's license or reliable transportation required

Why This Work Matters

The Arc of Ocean County is committed to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and students with visual impairments to achieve their highest level of independence and inclusion. As a High School Transition Coordinator Advisor, you'll play a direct role in helping young adults prepare for what comes next—while collaborating with a dedicated and supportive team of professionals.

This primarily community-based position also offers flexibility to work remotely, while providing opportunities to build meaningful relationships with students, employers, schools, families, and community partners.

Benefits

• High Quality, Low Deductible Medical Insurance with $0 copay
• All-Encompassing Prescription Coverage Plan
• Robust Dental and Vision Coverage
• Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA Coverage
• 401k with Agency Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Paid on the Job Training
• Various Other Supplemental Benefits

Schedule

Flexible schedule with remote work opportunities. Some evenings and occasional Saturdays required.