Transition Coordinator
Requirements
- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education, Social Work, or a related field
- Two years of experience in OVR
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
- Able to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
- Valid driver’s license
Responsibilities
- Work with adolescents from 14-21
- SUPPORT the development and implementation of transition programming for students/participants
- PARTNER with teachers and staff to meet transition and vocational goals
- CORPORATE career exploration, job readiness, and community-based experiences
- COLLABORATE with OVR, local employers, and community agencies
- SERVE as a liaison between Merakey programs and external partners
- AID in creating hands-on vocational opportunities, including workforce skill-building activities
- COMMUNICATE regularly with students, families, and stakeholders
- MANTAIN documentation and ensure compliance with program standards
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education, Social Work, or related field
- Two years of experience in OVR
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
- Able to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
- Valid driver’s license
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work with individuals with disabilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
- Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
- Self-care tools and resources on the Goga well-being platform
- Access to entertainment, travel, and lifestyle employee discounts
About the Role
Merakey is seeking a Remote OVR Transition Coordinator to support students and participants with disabilities in preparing for employment and independence through partnership with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). This is a remote role, but candidates must be based in the Hampden, PA area.
Pay
$24.00/hour
Schedule
Monday–Friday
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
- Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
- Self-care tools and resources on the Goga well-being platform
- Access to entertainment, travel, and lifestyle employee discounts
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!