Employment Coach, WFD&ES

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Psychology, Rehabilitation, Special Education or related field.
• A minimum of an Associate’s degree in the Human Services or the rehabilitation related field or three years related experience.
• Some exposure to Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRs), familiarity with Community Employment Services and/or Social Supports Services for Individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) certification by the Employment Support Professional Certification Council of the Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE).
• Must be 21 years of age or older. Some experience in community job development, advocacy and employment skills development.
• Must have a Valid New Jersey driver’s license and abstract (not to exceed 5 points), and ability to meet agency insurability requirements.
• Complete State/Federal Criminal Background checks and Central Registry checks.

Physical Demands

• Maintain a stationary position (standing and sitting), move/traverse, kneel, bend, reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time, twist, carry, lift up to 35 pounds, squat and drive a 6-person passenger van.
• May require operating manual devices such as hydraulic lifts, wheelchair lifts, vehicle doors, etc. for the purpose of transporting service recipients.
• Agility with wrist and finger dexterity to access, key and sort electronic information or file documents, ability to view computer and/or electronic device for extended period and other physical duties as directed by your supervisor and/or Director.

ADA Expectations

• This position requires an employee to perform duties in an indoor and or outside setting where exposure to weather elements, dirt, and dust, unpleasant smells, and/or loud noises are possible including occasional temperature fluctuations depending on the climate/season/weather.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

The Arc of Union County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.