Employment Specialist

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey is seeking a part-time Employment Specialist to help clients with disabilities obtain and maintain competitive employment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing resumes, job coaching, and maintaining communication with employers and clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in related fields and experience in social services. A valid driver’s license is also required. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree and one year experience in social service.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to interact compassionately with clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment.
• Conduct situational assessments to determine client's strengths and goals.
• Maintain accurate case files and documentation.

Skills

Compassionate interaction

Resume development

Interviewing skills

Job coaching

Transportation training

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, or related field

Job description

Employment Specialist

Job Posting Title: Employment Specialist

Job Description

Employment Specialist Part-Time

Primary Responsibilities

To work with clients who are eligible for supported employment services in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment.

Specific Responsibilities

• Review and/or assist with obtaining information from the initial intake to access client’s education, work history, work interests, aptitudes and to clarify the plan.
• Assist client with development of resume and interviewing skills.
• Conduct situational assessments to determine client's strengths, skills, challenges and employment goals.
• Identify potential employers through ongoing job development and establish job leads.
• Perform initial job coaching and support for individuals with disabilities at the worksite.
• Assist with job coaching substitute coverage as a member of the Supported Employment team.
• Provide transportation training with client as needed.
• Maintain ongoing communication with employer, client, and family to monitor client’s employment performance and progress.
• Work collaboratively with employers to resolve workplace conflicts that involve clients.
• Discuss and report progress to Supported Employment Program Manager /Director, Special Needs Department in bi-weekly meetings.
• Maintain monthly contact with referring DVRS/DDD Counselor to update on clients’ progress via e‑mail or phone.
• Maintain accurate and timely case files and documentation as mandated by New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Division of Developmental Disabilities.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with JFCS requirements.
• Perform other tasks as required within the Supported Employment Program.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelors degree (in psychology, sociology, counseling, or related field and one year experience in social service field).
• Ability to interact with clients, families, employers, and professional staff in a compassionate and professional manner.
• Valid driver’s license, registration, insurance, and good driving record.
• Flexible, self‑motivated and independent.

EEO Statement

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

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The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us via the link on this posting. EOE