Community Employment Specialist - Camden County

Hirebridge LLC; Gloucester Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

JEVS is seeking a Community Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in securing employment in the Atlantic County area of New Jersey. The HireAbility program focuses on customized employment, matching job seekers to opportunities and preparing them for interviews with potential employers.

Responsibilities include managing caseloads, assessing job seekers holistically, and helping participants advance in hours, duties, and roles with supportive, individualized guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned caseload to Develop, change and track results of the job seeker's goals.
• Match a job seeker's interests and abilities with available jobs. Look for new employers and nurture relationships with existing employers.
• Conduct an assessment of each job seeker. Focus on total life experiences, not just work history, and interest.
• Support job seeker in obtaining an interview for identified jobs. Attend interview if needed.
• Support participants currently employed to increase skills, abilities, hours, duties, authority as desired by participant.

Job description

When you love what you do, it's not a job-it's a calling. At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and fulfilling lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,500 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community for over 85 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals gain independence and economic security. We believe everyone deserves access to jobs, educational opportunities, and vital services.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Community Employment Specialist. HireAbility offers a customized employment program to assist individuals living with an intellectual disability, mental illness, physical disability, or chronic disease by preparing them for employment.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned caseload to Develop, change and track results of the job seeker's goals.
• Match a job seekers interests and abilities with available jobs. Look for new employers and nurture relationships with existing employers.
• Conduct an assessment of each job seeker. Focus on total life experiences, not just work history, and interest.
• Support job seeker in obtaining an interview for identified jobs. Attend interview if needed.
• Support participants currently employed to increase skills, abilities, hours, duties, authority as desired by participant.

This position is in the Atlantic County area of New Jersey