Vocational Rehabilitation Manager 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lycoming County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vocational Rehabilitation Manager 1 leads a District Office within the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. The role guides staff and manages services and program operations that support people with disabilities in reaching their employment goals. It shapes service delivery, develops partnerships, and supports staff providing assistance to individuals preparing for successful careers.

The position develops plans for service delivery, funding, and staffing; organizes office functions and communication systems; manages service funds; evaluates office performance and service effectiveness; and ensures compliance with federal and state requirements, agency policies, and procedures. Work hours are negotiable within a 7.5-hour workday, with a 30- or 60-minute lunch depending on the selected schedule. An alternate work schedule may be available. Part-time telework may be available after successful completion of the training period, subject to requirements and change. If unable to telework, the employee may report to the headquarters office in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

New Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees will begin at an annual salary of $78,925 before taxes.

Requirements

• Four years of professional social or human services experience, including two years of professional experience working in programs that serve persons with disabilities, and one year of professional supervisory or consultative social or human services experience; and a bachelor's degree.
• Alternatively, an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes two years of professional experience working in programs that serve persons with disabilities and one year of professional supervisory or consultative social or human services experience.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• For telework, a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans that guide service delivery, funding use, and staffing needs.
• Organize District Office functions and manage communication systems.
• Support community partnerships.
• Provide direction to staff, evaluate their performance, and support their professional growth.
• Monitor service funds and ensure spending aligns with goals and regulations.
• Review office performance, assess service effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure services comply with federal and state rules, agency policies, and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager