Learning Access & Barriers Specialist

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks a dedicated Supportive Services Specialist for an 18-month, part-time role (20 hours/week at $50/hour).

The position focuses on evaluating candidate appropriateness, training opportunities, and coordinating supportive services to reduce participant barriers in housing, childcare, transportation, and benefits within NJIT’s Learning and Development Initiative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, School Counseling, Human Services, Counseling Psychology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in social work, school counseling, supportive case management, or human service delivery.
• Experience assessing candidate fit/readiness and navigating community resource networks.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate candidate appropriateness and training readiness, and co-create individual growth strategies or guide candidates to alternative programs and resources.
• Identify and mitigate barriers related to housing, child care, transportation, and public benefits for enrolled participants.
• Assist participants in navigating public systems and connecting them with WF NJ resources and community partners.
• Coordinate wraparound supportive services to minimize administrative burden and improve program completion rates.
• Maintain participant files, administer records in LMS/databases, and align services with participant milestones.

Skills

Candidate assessment coaching

Barrier identification

System navigation

Documentation

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Bachelor's degree in School Counseling

Tools

LMS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks a dedicated Supportive Services Specialist for an 18-month, part-time role (20 hours/week at $50/hour).

The position focuses on evaluating candidate appropriateness, training opportunities, and coordinating supportive services to reduce participant barriers in housing, childcare, transportation, and benefits within NJIT’s Learning and Development Initiative.