Education Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Education Specialist jobs in Pennsylvania are open across Scranton, Philadelphia, and Allentown and other Pennsylvania metros, with employers like The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education, Geisinger, and Lehigh Valley Health Network hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
UPMC Family Hospice is hiring a full-time Bereavement and Education Specialist to work with hospice families as well as community members who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm, occasionally working evenings, weekend events, and meetings that may need to be covered.
- In this position, you would attend grief support groups within our communities.
- Collaborate with the team to develop and provide a memorial service for hospice families within the Susquehanna service areas.
- Support and develop bereavement programs with Family Hospice to provide grief support to hospice families for 13 months.
- Join and collaborate within the interdisciplinary hospice team at team meetings.
The hospice team is an excellent example of health care collaboration and compassion for members of our communities. This family-like environment allows individuals to express thoughts openly and encourages thought-changing ideas for the betterment of the program.
We participate in and sponsor a yearly Butterfly release as well as other unique opportunities for grieving families.
Purpose:
Responsible for providing direct counseling and peer support to the active and bereaved patient/family units with a focus on children's bereavement. Provide support and training for volunteer programs throughout the Heartworks program.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates education for children and teens related to grief. Coordinates the recruitment of volunteers and provides on-site training. Develops and coordinates special programs related to grief support. Develops and coordinates educational programs and public speaking engagements for the community related to grief support and healthy coping skills. Develops and coordinates an adult program related to healthy coping skills. Works directly with school counselors to provide age-appropriate education on grief support and coping skills. Maintains and coordinates the public-school book bag program, supplying educational resources for counselors and students. Coordinates the inpatient hospice children's resource/playroom to promote therapeutic play and educational resources.
- Referring individuals to community resources as appropriate, including clergy and community hospice agencies. Develops interdisciplinary tools for educational assessment and support.
- Accepts different cultural and religious values and lifestyles. Supports patients and families' self-determination. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings with the palliative care consultation team. Participate on hospital Ethics Committee.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university and 2 years of relevant experience, with additional experience from a medical, education, or service agency required.
- A Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health, and/or Education preferred.
- Documented experience dealing with grief education required.
- Valid computer, verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
- Excellent human relations and leadership skills as demonstrated by previous experience and/or achievements.
- Emotionally mature, able to work both as a team member and independently.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to comprehend written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
- Demonstrate active listening skills.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Automotive Insurance
- Driver's License
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Education Specialist Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education6

- Geisinger2

- Lehigh Valley Health Network2

- Penn State University2

- The Archdiocese of Philadelphia2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services15
- Education10
- Medical Devices1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in education specialist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field
- Experience developing or delivering curriculum for a defined learner population
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Canvas, Moodle, or a corporate LMS
- State teaching license or relevant instructional design certification where required
- Strong written communication skills for creating instructional materials and assessments
- Ability to analyze learner data and adjust program design based on assessment outcomes
Education Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How many education specialist jobs are there in Pennsylvania?
There are 22+ education specialist openings in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Scranton, Philadelphia, and Allentown. New positions post regularly as employers across Pennsylvania hire.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most education specialist jobs?
Scranton, Philadelphia, and Allentown have the most education specialist openings in Pennsylvania right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire education specialists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring education specialists in Pennsylvania include The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education, Geisinger, and Lehigh Valley Health Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote education specialist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes. About 9% of education specialist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Pennsylvania metros.
How do I apply for education specialist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can apply to education specialist jobs in Pennsylvania directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Pennsylvania location, then apply to each one that fits.
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