Why Become a Member?
Please consider applying to become a Council Member of the PaRC if advocacy for Disability Rights and employment for people with disabilities is something you are passionate about. More information about the application process and Council member responsibilities is included below. We greatly appreciate your interest!
How to Become a Member
If you would like to receive information on how to be appointed to the Rehabilitation Council, please complete the online Appointment Form. If you prefer to mail your application, please print the Appointment Form (PDF) and return to:
Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Council Office
55 Utley Drive
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Please forward a word document of your resume and two references familiar with your disability related work/experiences to parc@parehabilitationcouncil.org
After the Appointment Form, resume, and references have been received by PaRC staff, the PaRC members will review them and make recommendations to the Governor’s Office. The Governor appoints all members. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure a timely approval process.
If you are unable to access the Appointment Form or need additional assistance completing the form, please email staff at parc@parehabilitationcouncil.org.
Council Openings
The Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Council (PaRC) is accepting applications for candidates to fill the following categories of representation that are currently open:
- Business/Industry/Labor
- Parent Training and Information (PEAL Center)
- State Department of Education
- State Workforce Development Board
- Veteran
- Young Adult (*Applicant must be between the ages of 18 and 26)
As of July, 2024 the categories of representation listed below will also be available. PaRC encourages all applicants to apply as early as possible to ensure a timely transition of membership:
- Mental Health
- Sensory Disabilities
PaRC Member Expectations
Active Participation:
In order to fulfill its federal requirements, the Rehabilitation Council must have active participation by its members. Active participation is defined as:
- Attend all four (4) of the scheduled full Council meetings in any fiscal year. Severe weather and personal emergencies are understandable exceptions.
- Participate on at least one standing committee or ad-hoc committee during the fiscal year.
- Respond to action items during or between Council meetings.
Examples may include, but are not limited to:
- Review of support documents for meeting action items.
- Review and return of surveys, draft documents, etc. when requested.
- Attend Office of Vocational Rehabilitation public meetings, State Board meetings, and other disability related meetings, conferences, etc. when feasible.