Skills Trainer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, psychology a must
• Reliable vehicle + Valid Driving License a must
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office a must
• Case management experience and proper documentation experience preferred
• Crisis-management and problem-solving skills to anticipate and address internship site or student challenges proactively preferred

Qualifications

• Must be willing to travel within county
• Earn: $22.12/hour

Skills

• Knowledge of Pre ETS components, NJ DVRS Paid Internship objectives, and student eligibility criteria
• Strong ability to develop student-aligned internship placements, manage employment logistics, and coordinate multifaceted stakeholder interactions
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to navigate employers, students, parents, schools, and systems
• Exceptional organizational and time-management capabilities to manage training modules, internships, and documentation seamlessly
• Familiarity with employment onboarding processes including tax paperwork, payroll setup, and benefit explanations
• Proficient in SETWorks, Microsoft Office, email, virtual communication platforms, and team-based coordination tools
• Flexibility to adapt to changing workplace conditions, internship logistics, and procedural updates
• Crisis-management and problem-solving skills to anticipate and address internship site or student challenges proactively
• Commitment to inclusive, strengths-based coaching, and supporting transitions into competitive integrated employment

About the Role

At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Skills Trainer Pre-ETS Paid Internship Grant to join our team in Monmouth County, NJ. This is a grant-funded position aligned with NJDOL DVRS objectives, designed to provide 150 hours of real-world paid work within a structured training continuum.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
• Retail retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes

Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!