Employment Specialist - Empower People with Disabilities

Community Options Job Board; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental,

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentive & discount programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in New Jersey is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Middlesex and Somerset counties. You will assist with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation to help clients secure employment.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred. A valid driver’s license and at least two years of relevant experience are expected, along with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Minimum two years of experience supporting individuals with IDD.
• Ability to work independently and with a team; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals through the employment process: resumes, applications, interviews.
• Teach independent job skills using task analysis, including assistive technology.
• Assist individuals at their job by analyzing tasks and breaking them down.
• Identify and solve problems before they escalate for the individual or employer.
• Build a support network between individuals and community members.
• Provide progress updates to employer, family, staff, and management.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are accurate and timely.
• Complete all state and agency required trainings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Disability services experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in New Jersey is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Middlesex and Somerset counties. You will assist with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation to help clients secure employment.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred. A valid driver’s license and at least two years of relevant experience are expected, along with