Employment Specialist

About the role

Easterseals New Jersey is seeking an Employment Specialist / Job Coach to support individuals with disabilities in achieving meaningful, competitive employment.

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.
• Aid individuals with disabilities in identifying career goals and developing individualized employment plans.
• Provide career coaching, vocational support, and workforce readiness training.
• Match job seekers with employment opportunities based on skills, interests, and career objectives.
• Provide job coaching, workplace training, and ongoing employment support to help individuals maintain successful employment.
• Support participants in developing 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.

Requirements

• One of the following is required:
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Education, or a related field and 1+ year of experience with the IDD population;
• Associate Degree in a Human Services or rehabilitation-related field and 2+ years of experience with the IDD population;
• High School Diploma/GED and 3+ years of experience with the IDD population.

Qualifications

• Experience with employer outreach, job placement, workforce development, sales, recruiting, marketing, or community engagement preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and networking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to travel throughout Atlantic and Cumberland Counties to meet with consumers, employers, and community partners.