Vocational Specialist, Family and Community Medicine

Vocational Specialist, Family and Community Medicine (Full Time)

Position Highlights:
The Vocational Specialist is responsible for implementing pre-employment transition services in local schools, as well as collaborating with the local school and adult service agency personnel. The Vocational Specialist also communicates and shares information while engaging families and students with disabilities. This person will work with educators to develop and provide direct vocational services and individualized supports for students with disabilities.

The Vocational Specialist will provide training on job sites, collect data, share resources, and maintain follow-up communication with local sites. These openings will be filled within the state of Arizona as the unit grows into different areas across the state. You are encouraged to apply wherever you are located, as we have contacts state-wide to get programs started. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please visit the provided link.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Share relevant resources at local schools to connect students and parents with information regarding pre-employment services, individualized instruction, and support for youth ages 14 to 22 primarily in community settings and local businesses. Communicate, share information, and engage families and students with disabilities. Collect data and success stories, contribute to informational materials and resource development, and monitor and provide follow-up services at participating sites.

Participate in project, team, and departmental meetings and keep the project coordinator and project staff informed of local activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/people. Practical ability to observe a job process, break it down into manageable steps, and teach it effectively. The capacity to maintain a calm, positive demeanor in challenging or stressful situations. The ability to identify performance issues and quickly create, implement, and adjust support strategies on-site. The capacity to build rapport with the student, school staff, and employers to foster natural supports in the workplace.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Rehabilitation, Social Work, or Psychology.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job Category:
Outreach and Community Engagement

Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $18.15-$22.69

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 4

Career Stream and Level: OC3

Job Family:
Cmty Outreach

Job Function:
Outreach & Community Engage

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 3

Contact Information for Candidates:
Gerry Flores, gflores
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Open Date: 6/24/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant:
Application:
The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission. Cover Letter:
Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims.

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