Employment Specialist

Jewish Community Center•Cherry Hill Township, NJ

8d•$22 - $25

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

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.