Work-Based Learning Experience Coordinator

Easterseals New Jersey•Jamesburg, NJ

About The Position

Easterseals New Jersey’s Career Pathway Connections program provides person-centered employment services for people who are Deaf, Deaf-Blind, or hard of hearing, including ASL-proficient support, workplace accommodations, and assistive technology. The Work-Based Learning Experience Coordinator develops and coordinates internship opportunities for students with disabilities ages 16–21 throughout New Jersey. The role works with students, families, schools, DVRS, business partners, and program staff to arrange meaningful work experiences that prepare students for competitive, integrated employment. The coordinator identifies internship sites, builds and maintains employer relationships, matches students with appropriate opportunities, arranges placement logistics, monitors student progress, and completes required grant documentation. The position requires driving as an essential function; candidates must hold a valid driver’s license and undergo post-offer verification of driving eligibility under company insurance requirements.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, sociology, education, rehabilitation, social work, workforce development, business, or a related field.
At least two years of recent experience working with students, youth, and/or individuals with disabilities.
Experience developing employer relationships, coordinating internships, providing employment services, or managing community-based programs.
Knowledge of workplace expectations, job development, and employment-readiness skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Valid driver’s license; driving eligibility is subject to post-offer verification consistent with company insurance requirements.
Driving is an essential function of the role.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience with New Jersey DVRS, Pre-ETS, WBLE, school transition services, or another publicly funded employment program.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain employer, school, DVRS, and community partnerships to secure work-based learning opportunities in competitive, integrated employment settings.
Educate employers about WBLE/Pre-ETS services and coordinate internship agreements, worksite documentation, and placement requirements.
Evaluate and monitor worksites to ensure safe, appropriate, and meaningful learning experiences that support student career development.
Match students to opportunities based on interests, skills, strengths, support needs, and career goals.
Coordinate placement activities, including orientation, schedules, transportation, accommodations, workplace expectations, and internship logistics.
Communicate with students, families, employers, schools, DVRS counselors, and program staff to support successful placements.
Monitor attendance, performance, skill development, and progress; address barriers and coordinate additional supports, job coaching, or placement modifications as needed.
Complete required grant documentation.