Part-Time Disability Employment Coach

Family Resource Network; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Resource Network seeks a Part-Time Employment Coach for Essex County to empower individuals with disabilities and diverse needs. You will build relationships with referral sources, develop person-centered employment plans, provide resume and interview coaching, and assist with job search, applications, and on-the-job supports.

Remote work flexibility is available with in-person engagements. Two years of experience with funding agencies is preferred; an Associate or Bachelor’s degree is

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher; two or more years of experience with funding agencies (DDD, DVRS, or CBVI preferred).
• Excellent professional communication, both written and verbal; able to work independently and remotely as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive rapport with referring agency personnel to drive referrals.
• Develop a person-centered Employment Plan based on information from referrals and assessments.
• Provide employment-prep training (resume, interview skills, job search options, networking, accommodations).
• Assist in job search, applications, interviews, and assistive tech assessment/procurement.
• Provide on/off-site support after placement and ensure accommodations and supports.
• Complete billing reports and maintain documentation; refer job seekers for SSI/SSDI/Medicaid/SNAP benefits.

Skills

Professional communication

Bilingual-Spanish preferred

Ability to work independently

Travel

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Internet search

Data entry

Job description

Family Resource Network seeks a Part-Time Employment Coach for Essex County to empower individuals with disabilities and diverse needs. You will build relationships with referral sources, develop person-centered employment plans, provide resume and interview coaching, and assist with job search, applications, and on-the-job supports.

Remote work flexibility is available with in-person engagements. Two years of experience with funding agencies is preferred; an Associate or Bachelor’s degree is