Employment Opportunities
Specific Transition Specialist Qualifications
At a minimum, a provider (Transition Specialist) must have completed one of the following:
1. Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology with two years’ experience in coordination or independent living services (ILS).
Examples of ILS include: working as supported employment or supported living staff, peer trainer or mentor, volunteer or staff of an Independent Living Center or similar, where you teach and support individuals to learn and maintain skills to increase independence.
Must submit evidence of 1) educational requirement (diploma or certified transcript showing bachelor’s degree achieved); and 2) work experience in ILS.
2. Two years’ experience in the coordination of ILS in a social service setting under qualified supervision. See above for examples of ILS.
Submit evidence of work experience in ILS under qualified supervision.
3. Four years personal experience with a disability.
Submit self-attestation of a disability or successfully assisting a family or household member with a disability to keep/gain independence skills.
Join Our Team
We are always looking for transition specialists to join our team. If you feel you qualify or have any questions, please contact us by filling out the form below and email your resume to guidinghandscoa@gmail.com.
