Part-Time Disability Employment Coach

Community Options Job Board; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentives & discounts

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Employment Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Bergen County, NJ.

The role emphasizes training essential job skills, assisting with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation, and helping clients gain meaningful employment. You will collaborate with families, staff, and local employers, document progress and billable records, and ensure compliance with all state guidelines and agency

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD).
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Completion of all state and agency required training per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employers.
• Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job-specific supports.
• Work with individuals at their job to analyze tasks, break tasks into manageable components, and complete assignments.
• Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers.
• Build a support network between individuals and community members.
• Communicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and management.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
• Report program status updates on a regular basis.
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in inspections, inquiries or investigations.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Employment Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Bergen County, NJ.

The role emphasizes training essential job skills, assisting with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation, and helping clients gain meaningful employment. You will collaborate with families, staff, and local employers, document progress and billable records, and ensure compliance with all state guidelines and agency