Vocational Exploration Trainer

Easterseals New Jersey • New Brunswick, NJ

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About The Position

Vocational Exploration Trainer – New Brunswick, NJ
Shift: Part-Time, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Join Our Team – Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges? Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving lives!
About Us and Our Program:
Easterseals, a national nonprofit, has supported individuals with disabilities for over 50 years. Its Extended Employment program helps individuals develop work-readiness skills, preparing them for employment in the community at real job sites—while earning a paycheck.
What You’ll Do:
The Vocational Exploration Trainer will collaborate with internal teams to provide a variety of effective one-to-one, hands-on skills training techniques to program participants for the purpose of preparing participants for community employment.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Requirements: Possess a valid driver’s license & acceptable driving record.
• Skills: Must have a flexible attitude, strong listening and communication skills, basic math ability, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing vocational skills and workplace behaviors to groups and individuals that support participants in acquiring and maintaining successful community employment.
• Leads by example to model positive and appropriate work behaviors, and positive work ethics.
• Implements interventions to overcome barriers that may prevent individuals from reaching their employment goals.
• Collaborates with the rehabilitation team to achieve goals, customer standards and deadlines.
• Applies assistive technology to increase quality and personal output for a more consistent/positive outcome.
• Ensures a supportive and encouraging environment for participants’ job expectations and accountabilities used in the workplace.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back options
• Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Cards, and Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program, Referral Bonuses, and a Recognition Program
• Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED