"SUA 1 Rock Life Coordinator - Temporary"

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number
N01179

Classification Title
State University Administrator 1

Working Title
SUA 1 Rock Life Coordinator - Temporary

Employee Group
Professional

Bargaining Unit
SCUPA

Location
Main Campus

Department
Disability Services

Pay Rate
$47,453

Employment Type
Temporary FT

Work Schedule
Monday- Friday 8 – 4:30; some evenings and weekends required

Position Summary

The Rock Life program is designed for students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who may not otherwise qualify for a post-secondary program; This position is a 3-year, full time, grant funded role.

Programming-
•Assist in the creation and facilitation of Rock Life program initiatives and events within the framework of the program pillars. (academic, social, vocational, and wellness)
•Ensure coaches are planning programs that are in line with our pillars and that meet the needs of the students in the program; assess attendance, topics, and offer support to the coaches
•Establish learning objectives/outcomes for each program.
•Collaborate with campus partners and their area(s) of work to bolster student experience (student health, counseling, dean of student areas, academics, etc.)

Coaches-
•Conduct oversight and guidance for the Peer Coaches and ensure that they adhere to position expectations; monitor their hours with the students and the work they are completing.
•Assist in the hiring, training, and onboarding of Peer Coaches.
•Ensure coaches have the materials, funds, and support needed to facilitate their planned semester events; assist with creation of events and manage the budget to order supplies for the coaches
•Conduct midterm, or as needed meetings to review student progress/coach needs.

Students-
•Assist in daily oversight of the overall Rock Life program.
•Collaborate with students and parents to establish semester and program specific goals.
•Collaborate with faculty, students, and parents to create individual learning plans. (eg. Student course expectations, testing, projects, etc.)
•Conduct weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed for check-in meetings with Rock Life students and/or parents.
•Coordinate vocational site placements and collaborate with site supervisors to establish goals for experience.
•Expansion of vocational placements to off campus sites within the community.
•Assist with semester course scheduling.
•Development of a capstone component for the students in the program.
•Guide students to the end of their experience with the capstone project.
•Assist with completion of end-of-semester reporting requirements.

Onboarding/Training/Presentations-
•Help the Assistant Director with program recruitment, interviews, and admissions.
•Monitor the website and materials for needed updates and changes.
•Assist with program orientation, summer welcome events, peer coaching and other training as needed.
•Conduct campus visits, presentations, and tours for new and prospective Rock Life students, school districts, and transition counselors.
•Represent the division of Student Affairs and the Dean of Students office at various events, as needed.
•Other duties as assigned and as needed for the development of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors in Special Education; Psychology; Social Work; or related field.
2 years’ experience working with individuals with disabilities in any setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Student Affairs, Special Education, or related field.
Full understanding of the ADA and inclusive education for students in higher education with intellectual disabilities.
Experience in a higher education setting, working directly with students in any capacity.
Experience handling sensitive information and confidentiality.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date
11/11/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Please provide three professional references in your submitted materials.

Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Specific Questions

1. * Do you have a bachelors degree in social work, special education, psychology, or related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you currently employed as a SCUPA employee at one of PASSHE's 14 universities?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have at least two years' experience working with students with disabilities in any setting? (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Unofficial Transcripts 2