Project Coordinator, Transition Services, Family and Community Medicine (Northern AZ)

The University of Arizona•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities at the University of Arizona seeks a Project Coordinator for Transition Services to improve outcomes for youth and young adults with disabilities. The coordinator will oversee transition service development, co-coordinate a statewide Pre-Employment Transition Services project, oversee regions of the summer work program, supervise staff, and facilitate collaboration with school and community partners. Additional responsibilities include data monitoring, training, and the development of responsive strategies for underserved youth. The role also involves resource development, administrative oversight, direct service delivery in community settings, and collaboration with Sonoran Center teams to ensure implementation of best practices. This position will oversee the northern portion of the state, so the position will be based in the Northern AZ (including NW, NE, and/or Greater Phoenix Area).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Strong understanding of Pre-Employment Transition Services (PreETS) and best practices, with the ability to implement these services effectively.
Ability to travel to school and community partner locations during the regular work week, May include occasional evening (after-hours), overnight, and/or weekend travel.
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's in Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, Disability Studies, Public Administration, or related disciplines.
Experience coordinating multi-partner or multi-region projects.
Supervisory experience or leadership in coordinating staff or project teams.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations, supervise staff, coordinate and oversee project activities, complete project administrative coordination, and make operational decisions.
Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with community rehabilitation providers, school personnel, community partners, rehabilitation counselors, family members, students, employers, and state agency representatives.
Engage schools and participants statewide, including rural, foster-serving, and Tribal schools.
Conduct comprehensive needs assessments for schools and communities, deliver targeted training and technical assistance to build capacity, and collaborate effectively to design and implement work-based learning and summer work opportunities.
Identify and develop best practices for delivering all five areas of Pre-Employment Transition Services (PreETS), and establish effective strategies to replicate and sustain these practices across various communities, including metropolitan, rural, and tribal areas.
Develop and provide training and technical assistance on best practices for Vocational Specialists; facilitate brainstorming and creative problem-solving; promote skill development through one-on-one support, mentoring, and informational opportunities; and design products and resources for staff and partners.
Design and implement methods to gather participant input and feedback.
Oversee, monitor, and synthesize data collection for project reporting.
Maintain and refine implementation strategies, incorporate innovative approaches, and resolve challenges to facilitate the continuous improvement of the PreETS service delivery model and the implementation of best practices around transition with partner schools.
Collaborate closely with the Program Manager, Transition Specialist, and Project Coordinators, ensuring timely updates and proactively addressing concerns.
Disseminate information through a variety of written and digital platforms, including social media, presentations, newsletter articles, and webinars, to maximize outreach and engagement.
Actively participate in project planning meetings and attend relevant state and national events to stay informed about current trends and best practices.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Sonoran Center.