H-1B Visa Transition Specialist Jobs

Transition Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in counseling, social work, human services, or a related specialty field. Employers in workforce development, rehabilitation agencies, and state-contracted service organizations regularly file H-1B petitions for these positions.

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Open Jobs85+
Work Type93% On-site
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsQuest Diagnostics

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IOP Transition Representative
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IOP Transition Representative
Quest Diagnostics
Worcester, Massachusetts
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$28 - $30/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Registered Nurse II (RN II) Level III NICU Transition Nurse
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Registered Nurse II (RN II) Level III NICU Transition Nurse
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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RN Residency & Transition
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RN Residency & Transition
Cape Cod Healthcare
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$39 - $85/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Transition of Care Coach
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Transition of Care Coach
Molina Healthcare
Tacoma, Washington
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$26 - $59/hr
Hybrid
Other
10,000+

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Transition Counselor
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Transition Counselor
State of New Mexico
Farmington, New Mexico
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Allied Health
Social Work & Counseling
$27 - $41/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Transition Specialist

Verify your degree meets specialty occupation

USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to transition services work. A counseling, social work, or rehabilitation sciences degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree alone may trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts showing relevant coursework.

Target state vocational rehabilitation contractors

State agencies that contract out transition services to nonprofits and private providers file H-1B petitions more regularly than you'd expect. Search by SOC code 21-1015 in the OFLC Wage Search to see which employers have active Labor Condition Applications for this role.

Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors

Pull up Transition Specialist listings on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for this occupation. That filters out postings where sponsorship is theoretical rather than practiced.

Request cap-exempt filing through eligible employers

Nonprofits affiliated with universities or government research institutions qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting your petition skip the annual lottery entirely. Ask prospective employers directly whether they hold cap-exempt status before accepting an offer.

Benchmark your offered wage against the LCA prevailing rate

Before signing an offer, cross-check your salary against Level I and Level II wages for SOC 21-1015 in your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search. DOL will reject the LCA if your offered wage falls below the certified prevailing wage.

Time your offer acceptance around premium processing

USCIS offers 15-business-day premium processing for H-1B petitions. If your start date is within three months of the offer, ask your employer upfront whether they'll use it. A delayed filing decision can push your start date past the October 1 cap-subject window.

H-1B Visa Transition Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Transition Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, if the employer's job description requires at least a bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, rehabilitation sciences, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the degree requirement attached to the specific position, not the broader job category. Roles where a general degree is accepted across all fields are more likely to face an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.

Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Transition Specialists?

Workforce development organizations, state vocational rehabilitation contractors, school districts, nonprofits serving adults with disabilities, and behavioral health agencies are the most active sponsors for this role. You can find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for Transition Specialist positions on Migrate Mate, which filters by occupation and filing record.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Transition Specialist employer mid-status?

Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, as long as you're in valid H-1B status and your previous employer filed in good faith. The new employer must file a new I-129 and Labor Condition Application before your first day.

What happens to my H-1B status if my Transition Specialist contract ends early?

You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. During that window you can't work, but you can interview and have a new H-1B transfer petition filed on your behalf. Missing the 60-day window puts you out of status, so start the job search before the contract ends.

How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Transition Specialist offers?

DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location before it will certify the Labor Condition Application. The prevailing wage for Transition Specialists varies by metro area and experience level. You can verify the applicable wage tier for your location using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer.