Employment Specialist

Easterseals New Jersey•New Brunswick, NJ

5d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals New Jersey is hiring an Employment Specialist / Job Coach to help people with disabilities achieve meaningful, competitive employment and maintain long-term success in the workplace. The role combines job coaching, career counseling, workforce development, case management, community outreach, and job development, serving Middlesex and Somerset Counties, New Jersey. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. The posting also says the specialist must travel throughout Atlantic and Cumberland Counties to meet with consumers, employers, and community partners. Candidates must meet one of these education and experience combinations: a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year of experience with the IDD population; an associate degree in a human services or rehabilitation-related field and at least two years of experience with the IDD population; or a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of experience with the IDD population. Employer outreach, job placement, workforce development, sales, recruiting, marketing, or community engagement experience is preferred. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: a bachelor's degree in Human Services, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Education, or a related field and at least one year of experience with the IDD population; an associate degree in a human services or rehabilitation-related field and at least two years of experience with the IDD population; or a high school diploma/GED and at least three years of experience with the IDD population.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and networking skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to travel throughout Atlantic and Cumberland Counties to meet with consumers, employers, and community partners.

Nice To Haves

Experience with employer outreach, job placement, workforce development, sales, recruiting, marketing, or community engagement.
Experience in supported employment, job coaching, workforce development, vocational rehabilitation, human services, social services, disability services, career counseling, employment services, case management, direct support, community outreach, business development, sales and marketing, or recruiting and talent acquisition.

Responsibilities

Develop relationships with local businesses, employers, staffing agencies, and community organizations to create employment opportunities.
Conduct job development, business outreach, networking, and employer engagement activities.
Help individuals with disabilities identify career goals and develop individualized employment plans.
Provide career coaching, vocational support, and workforce readiness training.
Match job seekers with employment opportunities based on their skills, interests, and career objectives.
Provide job coaching, workplace training, and ongoing support to help individuals maintain employment.
Help participants develop professional communication, workplace etiquette, interviewing, and other job-readiness skills.
Complete assessments, intake documentation, progress notes, and case management activities.
Collaborate with vocational rehabilitation agencies, referral sources, schools, employers, and community partners.
Attend community events, job fairs, networking opportunities, and outreach activities to increase program visibility and referrals.
Travel to meet with consumers, employers, and community partners.