Program Specialist

Program Specialist – Career Campus & On Campus Transition (OCT)

The Arc Jacksonville is seeking a Program Specialist to support both the Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) programs. This position helps young adults with intellectual and developmental differences build vocational skills, gain independence, explore career pathways, and prepare for meaningful employment and successful transitions into adulthood through classroom instruction, community-based learning, internships, and post-secondary experiences.

Position Overview:

The Program Specialist provides direct support to both Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) programs by assisting with instruction, student support, admissions, documentation, community-based learning experiences, and daily program operations. This position works alongside program staff to help students build life skills, explore career opportunities, grow in independence, and prepare for meaningful futures after high school.

Key Responsibilities:

· Support both Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) by working directly with students in classroom, campus, and community settings.

· Assist with teaching lessons and helping students build job skills, independence, social skills, and other skills needed for adulthood.

· Help with the admissions process, including communicating with families, organizing application materials, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new students.

· Assist with lesson planning, classroom activities, and creating learning experiences based on student needs and program goals.

· Help plan and lead new student orientations for both programs.

· Support and supervise field trips, campus activities, community outings, and other student experiences.

· Work closely with program staff to help coordinate daily activities and ensure programs run smoothly.

· Maintain student records, attendance, progress notes, and other required documentation.

· Monitor student progress and provide support as students work toward their educational, employment, and personal goals.

· Attend meetings, assist with scheduling, and help complete administrative tasks as needed.

· Work collaboratively with other departments, including education, employment, and student support teams, to ensure students receive the services they need.

· Help coordinate internships, work experiences, and other community-based learning opportunities for students.

· Assist with summer programs, camps, and special projects throughout the year.

· Provide general support wherever needed across both programs and help create a positive and meaningful experience for students.

· Transport students safely to and from campus, internships, community outings, field trips, and other program-related activities.

· Step in as needed to provide support and coverage for the Xplore program and assist with program operations.

Qualifications & Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Disability Services, Business, Public Health, or a related field.

· Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

· Experience working with individuals with disabilities and knowledge of disability services and community resources preferred.

· Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, schools, employers, and community partners.

· Knowledge of or experience working with Vocational Rehabilitation services and assisting individuals and families with enrollment, referrals, and accessing supports is preferred.

· Valid driver's license and ability to drive The Arc Jacksonville vehicles.

Salary:

$40,000 – $50,000

Please note that all employees of The Arc Jacksonville must complete a background screening housed and managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration called the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse is a first-in-the-nation enterprise system for background screening results of individuals required by law to undergo screening for employment in positions that provide services to vulnerable populations, as mandated by section 435.12, Florida Statutes.

To learn more and complete your screening, please visit info.flclearinghouse.com.

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000