Employment Specialist

Job Description:

Employment Specialist Part-Time 

Primary Responsibilities: To coordinate and provide services that prepare individuals with disabilities for successful entry into the workforce.

 Specific Responsibilities: 

The Employment Specialist provides Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and Supported Employment, which may include the following responsibilities:

. Conduct initial intake to access client’s education, work history, work interests, aptitudes and to clarify employment or transition goals.

· Assist client with development of resume and interviewing skills 

· Conduct situational assessments and community based evaluations to identify strengths, skills challenges and employment goals/career pathways.

· Engage in job development activities. 

. Provide initial job coaching and support for individuals with disabilities at the worksite 

· Assist with job coaching substitute coverage as a member of the Supported Employment team 

·Maintain ongoing communication with employer, client, and family to monitor client’s employment performance and progress 

· Discuss and report progress to Supported Employment Program Manager

· Maintain monthly contact with referring DVRS/DDD Counselor/Transition Counselor

· Maintain accurate, timely and compliant case documentation as mandated by New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Division of Developmental Disabilities.

· Maintain documentation in compliance with JFCS requirements 

Qualifications: 

· Bachelors degree in psychology, sociology, counseling or related field and/or two years experience in social service field 

· Ability to interact with clients, families, employers, and professional staff in a compassionate and professional manner 

· Valid driver’s license, registration, insurance, and good driving record 

· Flexible, self-motivated and independent 

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

The Federation participates in the E-Verify program.

The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us via the link on this post. EOE