Per Diem Transition Specialist
Company: NESCA
Location: Newton
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description NESCA is seeking an experienced
Transition Specialist to join our team. This per diem role is ideal
for a clinician with expertise in postsecondary planning,
vocational assessment, and independent living skills who is looking
for flexible, evaluation-based work. Responsibilities Conduct
comprehensive transition evaluations for adolescents and young
adults Assess postsecondary readiness across education, employment,
independent living, and self-advocacy domains Integrate record
review, interviews, standardized measures, and clinical judgment
Prepare clear, well-organized written reports with practical,
actionable recommendations Collaborate with NESCA clinicians,
families, and educational teams as needed Participate in feedback
sessions with families and/or young adults Required Knowledge and
Skills: Outstanding organizational, written, and oral communication
skills Knowledge of person-centered planning, individualized
supports models, self-determination principles, and self-advocacy
skills Understanding of skills necessary for postsecondary success,
including but not limited to time management, planning and
prioritizing, study skills, social skills, healthcare skills, and
safety in school and community environments Ability to creatively
problem-solve and think outside the box Familiarity with
school-based special education service provision including
school-based evaluation, team meeting, and IEP development
practices Knowledge of career counseling and college readiness
practices Familiarity with vocational and transition-related
assessment tools (transition planning inventories, functional
assessments, interest tests, aptitude tests, transferable skills
analysis), and other evaluative techniques Qualifications: Master's
degree or higher in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling (Mental
Health, Guidance, School Adjustment, Education), School Psychology,
Occupational Therapy, or a related field and at least three (3)
years of experience
Keywords: NESCA, Nantucket , Per Diem Transition Specialist, Education / Teaching , Newton, Massachusetts
