Career Navigator

JEVS Human Services•Camden, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JEVS Human Services is seeking a Career Navigator to join its Philadelphia Independence Network (PIN) team at its Collingswood, New Jersey location. The role supports youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in making informed choices and transitioning successfully into integrated, competitive employment. The Career Navigator coordinates the Discovery process for assigned participants and helps identify internships and employment opportunities. The role provides support to participants and employers throughout placements, including onboarding, training, technical assistance, coaching, and help resolving challenges. The position requires administrative and computer skills, the ability to learn applicable programs and regulations, and driving a personal vehicle to alternative work sites; occasional participant transportation is required. The base pay is $40,000. JEVS describes its benefits as competitive and directs applicants to its careers-site benefits page for details. The organization emphasizes inclusion, diversity, equity, equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, counseling, or a related field.
At least 1 year of experience working with people with disabilities.
Ability to perform administrative functions, including organizing and completing paperwork, gathering and tracking data, and reading and understanding technical documents.
Computer proficiency, including the ability to use Microsoft Suite.
Ability to learn DSPD, DRS, SSA, and TTW programs and other applicable government rules and regulations.
Ability to learn about different types of disabilities and strategies for providing appropriate training and employment opportunities.
Ability to drive a personal vehicle to alternative work sites; occasional participant transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in career counseling.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the entire arc of the Discovery process for assigned participants.
Work with participants to identify internship and employment opportunities and provide support as needed.
Onboard participants into internships.
Train participants on the technical aspects of expectations.
Train employers regarding the support needs of individuals and provide ongoing technical assistance.
Participate in recruiting participants.
Engage with employers, educate employers and staff, and facilitate resolution of participant challenges.
Provide coaching, counseling, and feedback when necessary.
Assist in identifying creative solutions to encourage smooth transitions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Drive a personal vehicle to alternative work sites and occasionally transport participants.