Full-Time Temporary Job Developer
About The Position
The Employment & Transition department at the Family Resource Network focuses on job development and placement for individuals with disabilities. Programming elements include skills development workshops, paid internships, job placements, and on-the-job support for both youth and adults with disabilities. Staff operate statewide services while performing primarily remote job functions. This Full-time position will focus on internship site development, job development, and business relations. The ideal candidate will be available for 10-20 hours a week with preference for afternoon hours. This is a remote position that requires occasional travel within the following counties: Burlington, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, and Union. This position is temporary with an end date contingent upon grant funding.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Human Services, Education, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with transition-aged youth, individuals with disabilities, or in a job development/job coaching role.
- Knowledge of workforce development practices and employer engagement strategies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with employers and community stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams) and comfort using online platforms for communication and reporting.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Flexibility to travel locally to meet with employers and visit internship sites.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, community organizations, and employers.
- Develop and expand internship and job opportunities through outreach and collaboration with employers.
- Utilize a variety of job development strategies, including remote outreach, in-person networking, and social media engagement.
- Match participants with appropriate internship or job opportunities based on their skills, interests, and career goals.
- Coordinate and confirm internship schedules, tasks, and responsibilities with employers and participants.
- Serve as a liaison between program staff and employers to support positive outcomes and address concerns.
- Maintain accurate records of employer contacts and confirmed partnerships in Microsoft Teams and MS Excel trackers.
- Prepare and update employer partnership spreadsheets to align with monthly reporting requirements.
- Regularly communicate with team members using Microsoft Teams to share job development updates and obtain real-time updates on participant progress
- Assist in collecting data for program evaluation and grant reporting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
