Facilitator - Pre-ETS

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is seeking a Part Time Pre-ETS Facilitator to deliver person-centered transition services to youth with disabilities ages 14-21 in partnership with DVRS in New Jersey.

The Facilitator supports students in preparing for employment and post-secondary success through five core Pre-ETS areas in school, community, and virtual settings. The role emphasizes trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice, collaboration with schools, families, and employers, and

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field. Experience working with youth with disabilities and/or at-risk youth in educational or community-based settings.
• Strong understanding of youth development, vocational rehabilitation, and transition planning.
• Ability to work independently, manage a flexible schedule, and engage effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to strengths-based, youth-guided service delivery in line with YAP's mission and values.
• Familiarity with IEP/504 planning, vocational assessments, and WIOA/Pre-ETS regulations
• Knowledge of community resources, local employment opportunities, and college or training programs in New Jersey.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills required
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance coverage required
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging, youth-centered activities in the five core Pre-ETS areas.
• Deliver services in 1:1 and group settings using trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches.
• Coordinate with DVRS counselors, schools, families, and employers to build a supportive transition network for each participant.
• Support youth in setting and achieving employment and post-secondary goals through individualized planning and mentoring.
• Assist students in accessing community-based experiences, such as job shadows, internships, and volunteer placements.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of service hours, student progress, and outcomes per DVRS and YAP reporting standards.
• Attend regular team meetings, supervision, and required DVRS or YAP training.
• Travel to local schools, community sites, and homes as needed (mileage reimbursement provided).

Skills

Youth development

Vocational rehabilitation

Transition planning

Independent work

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish

Computer basics

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position:

Pre-ETS Facilitator at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) plays a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centered transition services to youth with disabilities ages 14-21 in partnership with the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS). The Facilitator supports students in preparing for employment and post-secondary success through direct service delivery in five federally mandated areas of Pre-ETS under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Services are provided in school, community, and virtual settings depending on student needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate engaging, youth-centered activities in the five core Pre-ETS areas:
• Job Exploration Counseling
• Work-Based Learning Experiences
• Post-Secondary Counseling
• Workplace Readiness Training
• Instruction in Self-Advocacy
• Deliver services in 1:1 and group settings using trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches.
• Coordinate with DVRS counselors, schools, families, and employers to build a supportive transition network for each participant.
• Support youth in setting and achieving employment and post-secondary goals through individualized planning and mentoring.
• Assist students in accessing community-based experiences, such as job shadows, internships, and volunteer placements.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of service hours, student progress, and outcomes per DVRS and YAP reporting standards.
• Attend regular team meetings, supervision, and required DVRS or YAP training.
• Travel to local schools, community sites, and homes as needed (mileage reimbursement provided).

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field. Experience working with youth with disabilities and/or at-risk youth in educational or community-based settings.
• Strong understanding of youth development, vocational rehabilitation, and transition planning.
• Ability to work independently, manage a flexible schedule, and engage effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to strengths-based, youth-guided service delivery in line with YAP's mission and values.
• Familiarity with IEP/504 planning, vocational assessments, and WIOA/Pre-ETS regulations
• Knowledge of community resources, local employment opportunities, and college or training programs in New Jersey.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills required
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance coverage required
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.