Community Employment Specialist: Empower Job Seekers

JEVS Human Services; Gloucester Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage

Ample paid vacation and sick time

10-12 paid holidays per year

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Continuing education and professional研

Job summary

JEVS Human Services seeks a Community Employment Specialist to assist individuals with disabilities in preparing for and securing employment in the Atlantic County area of New Jersey. You will help match job seekers with opportunities, assess needs beyond work history, and support clients toward interview success and skill growth.

The role emphasizes transportation access and flexible hours, with a base pay of $22 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation is required.
• Associate’s degree and 1 year experience preferred.
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings and weekends.

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.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

Reliable transportation

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

JEVS Human Services seeks a Community Employment Specialist to assist individuals with disabilities in preparing for and securing employment in the Atlantic County area of New Jersey. You will help match job seekers with opportunities, assess needs beyond work history, and support clients toward interview success and skill growth.

The role emphasizes transportation access and flexible hours, with a base pay of $22 and a comprehensive benefits package.