Supported Employment - Employment Specialist

Easterseals New Jersey•New Brunswick, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Easterseals New Jersey's Supported Employment program works with participants to identify and achieve their career goals. Through individualized support and training, participants are equipped with the necessary tools to transition into new careers. The Employment Specialist plays a crucial role in helping individuals secure and maintain competitive employment by fostering independence, building employer partnerships, and identifying workplace supports for long-term success.

Requirements

Associate’s degree required.
1 year of related experience in human services required.
Possess a valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

Assist consumers in overcoming barriers to employment and secure competitive employment that is consistent with their vocational goals.
Contact new referral, complete initial intake, develop employment plan utilizing person-centered planning, and maintain a Consumer file.
Assist the consumer with on-the-job coaching to acquire the skills needed to perform the specific job task, which may require hands-on training or other learning accommodations to ensure that skills are learned.
Conduct job searches and job development to obtain competitive employment that is consistent with the consumer’s goals, skills, interests, and IPE.
Assist consumers in developing or re-establishing appropriate soft skills, attitudes, personal characteristics, work behaviors, and functional capacities.
Work in partnership with referral sources in marketing the program and receiving referrals for the Employment Services program.