PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families ยท 4 weeks ago
Transition Manager - Special Education
Laurel, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$41K/yr - $66K/yr
1+ years expPHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families is a private special education day school focused on supporting students with behavioral health challenges and learning disabilities. The Employment & Transition Manager connects students with work-based learning opportunities, coordinates job placements, and supports transition planning by collaborating with families and school teams.
EducationNon ProfitSpecial EducationTraining
Hiring Manager
Ashley Hahn, CASR, CDR
Responsibilities
Building and maintaining partnerships with local employers to create work-based learning opportunities
Coordinating student and staff placements at community job sites
Providing direct instruction, coaching, and feedback to improve workplace performance
Contributing to IEP transition goals/pages and participating in transition meetings
Transporting students to job sites; supervising students throughout the day to ensure safety
Responding to on-site challenges using effective crisis-management techniques
Maintaining accurate documentation and progress notes; communicating with school staff and families
Supporting post-secondary planning (employment, training, education)
Attending required meetings and performing other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma
At least one (1) year of related, relevant experience (e.g., employment services, vocational coaching, community-based instruction, special education support, or similar)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Effective time management and planning abilities
Valid driver's license and comfort transporting students during the school day
Preferred
Experience initiating and managing employer partnerships for student placements
Direct involvement with IEP transition planning (drafting goals, monitoring progress, presenting in meetings)
Prior work in special education day school or transition services settings
Familiarity with student data systems (e.g., PowerSchool) and behavior/progress documentation
Training in crisis-management/safety approaches (e.g., Ukeru, MANDT, or similar)
CPR/First Aid certification and/or medication administration training
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families
PHILLIPS Programs serves the needs of individuals with behavioral health wellness needs and their families through education, family support services, community education and advocacy.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Piper Phillips Caswell
President & CEO
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