Employment Specialist

About the role

JVS is seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to join our Career Service Department. This position is responsible for assisting individuals who have disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains contacts with area employers to assist program participants in finding suitable employment based on their interests and abilities.
• Provides training, supervision, and support to program participants at JVS and at job sites.
• Provides pre-employment services such as job seeking skills training, job development, and job referral.
• Affords assistance with job applications and throughout the job interview process.
• Provides education and information for employers on the benefits of including qualified people with disabilities in their workforce.
• Raise awareness about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities.
• Performs community-based assessments at job sites.
• Develops appropriate techniques such as task analysis to help individuals address difficult behaviors in consultation with JVS Case Managers.
• Acts in liaison with employer to ensure job retention and provides long term follow-along support at job sites so employment is stabilized.
• Maintains on-going communication with NJDVRS Counselors (as appropriate) regarding individual’s progress and status.
• Maintains records of services provided through JVS online case management system no later than 5 days after service provision.
• Affords assistance with transportation needs and arranges for travel training when appropriate.
• Participates in preparations for CARF accreditation as needed.

Requirements

• Experience working with individuals who have disabilities providing employment services.
• Strong verbal, written, and computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, sociology, or related field degree.
• Experience in providing direct services to individuals with disabilities.

Skills

• Strong verbal, writing and computer skills.

Benefits

JVS provides generous benefits for eligible full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 403(b) basic retirement plan
• Paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (pre-tax income for eligible health and/or dependent care expenses)

Pay

The salary range for this position is $42,000 - 48,000 including benefits.

Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt position which requires a flexible schedule to meet the demands of the business.

Contact Information

All offers are contingent on a successful background check.