Student Assistance Program Regional Coordinator

Job Title: Student Assistance Program Regional Coordinator (PNSAS – PA Network for Student Assistance Services)

Position Summary:
This position is accountable for coordinating the Student Assistance initiative within their regional area and acts as liaison between Department of Human Services Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), Department of Education (PDE), and Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs (DDAP), the local school district(s), community agencies and local county government. This position represents the PA Network for Student Assistance Services (PNSAS) at all levels locally within each region, and at the statewide level when assigned.

Dimensions:
Each SAP Regional Coordinator is responsible for several counties within their region:

Region 5 – Cameron, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, McKean, Potter, Venango, Warren 

Region 6 – Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Clearfield, Indiana, Jefferson, Lawrence, Mercer 

Region 7 –Adams, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Mifflin, Perry, York

Region 8 – Allegheny, Bedford, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Somerset, Washington & Westmoreland

Regions could be subject to change based on criteria from the Interagency Committee.

Regional Coordinator will work closely with county, agency, and district staff in their region.

Counties served: 8+

Districts served: All districts within that region.

Staff served: All staff within that region (county, agencies, and education entities)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Regional

1. Regional responsibilities require virtual and in-person meetings as well as travel within the region.
2. Attend county coordination meetings within region on a regular basis; initiate and facilitate meetings where coordination is needed; provide SAP update from all three state departments; “monitor” the overall functioning of the collaborative SAP system within that county.
3. Attend other collaborative meetings such as district councils, or workgroups/forums/committees set up to deal with systemic issues related directly or indirectly to SAP and other initiatives such as suicide prevention, school safety, and MTSS, etc.
4. Provide technical assistance as needed, to county/joinder coordination teams, district councils, school districts, intermediate units, mental health/drug and alcohol agencies, and other child serving systems regarding SAP issues within the geographic boundaries of the region.
5. Provide resources to county funded SAP liaisons, school districts, charter schools, and other child-serving systems that will enhance their K-12 student assistance efforts.
6. Promote local problem-solving efforts to enhance the functioning of K-12 student assistance programming in each school district.
7. Monitor and provide ongoing technical assistance to assigned PA Approved SAP Training Providers (PASTPs). Maintain computer files of training participants from PASTPs in the region.
8. Maintain a work home office location as per the signed flexible work agreement guidelines and perform duties that pertain to office organization. Maintain electronic records related to SAP and the PASTPs within geographic location. Ensure all communication (electronic, written, and oral) is effective and professional.
9. Assess training and other SAP related needs of the region. Facilitate training; provide consultation, and/or updates for PA Approved SAP K-12 Training Providers (PASTP), mental health/drug and alcohol SAP liaisons, K-12 student assistance teams, and other child-servicing systems. 
10. Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Statewide

1. Attend MH SAP staff and PNSAS staff meetings.

2. Attend PASTP meetings hosted by PNSAS.

3. Lead and/or participate in committees and projects that have statewide policy implications.

4. Participate in the policy and program development aspects of Pennsylvania’s Student Assistance Program.

5. Participate in Pennsylvania Association of Student Assistance Professionals (PASAP) activities when appropriate and feasible.

6. Present workshops, develop training designs, or participate in a variety of child-serving systems training events or conferences.

7. Participate in professional development opportunities relative to the regional coordinator role (e.g., conferences, webinars, and trainings).

Nature and Scope:
This position reports to the Assistant to Statewide Mental Health (MH) Student Assistance Program (SAP) Coordinator. This position fulfills both regional and statewide duties as outlined in the principal accountabilities.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum BA, BS in social services or a related field.
2. Minimum five years’ experience working with or on behalf of children/adolescents in clinical and/or school setting.
3. Working knowledge/experience with SAP in Pennsylvania.
4. Working knowledge of community support agencies (MH, BH and DA) and educational systems.
5. Working knowledge of county government systems.
6. Working knowledge of a variety of software applications and productivity platforms, including Microsoft 365 (e.g., Forms, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Canva.
7. Reside within the region being served.
8. Valid PA driver’s license.
9. Adequate and stable home-based internet service.

Additional Requirements:

1. Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sitting for extended period of time

2. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds

3. Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies.

4. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner

5. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers.

6. Hearing clearly

7. Adequate vision to perform duties.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Work Environment:  
The work environment includes home office, office, educational setting, agency setting, or facility used for meetings and trainings. This includes offices, auditoriums, classrooms, conference rooms/centers and similar environments in which the essential duties of the position are performed.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Assistant to Statewide Mental Health Student Assistance Program Coordinator

Department: Special Education and Pupil Services

Position Schedule: 260 days

To Apply: Email your letter of interest and resume to [email protected]

Deadline to apply: August 21, 2026

Please send any questions to: [email protected]

The PA Network for Student Assistance Service / Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.