Part-Time Employment Specialist

communityoptions; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options is seeking a Part-Time Employment Specialist in Mercer County, New Jersey, to coach individuals with developmental disabilities. The role includes supporting clients in job applications, teaching job skills, and facilitating employment placements.

With a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience, you will enjoy competitive insurance benefits, generous PTO, and incredible career growth opportunities. The starting pay is $20.00 per hour. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals through the employment process.
• Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements.
• Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship

Excellent time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring a Part-Time Employment Specialist who will service Mercer County, New Jersey to coach persons with developmental disabilities and prepare them for employment. The Employment Specialist will develop essential job skills for persons with disabilities and assist in job placement.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour

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, including assistive technology and personal assistance
• Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their 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 any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving support
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V