Employment Specialist/Job Coach

Avidd Community Services of New Jersey, Inc proudly serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Bergen, Morris, Warren and Somerset Counties. Our residential and community-based programs are designed to foster independence, build life skills, and support individuals in leading meaningful, self-directed lives.

Supportive Employment Morris/Somerset- Supportive Employment Morris/ Somerset Hours: 20 hours- Flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

Provide direct employment support to individuals with developmental disabilities. Manages a caseload of individuals with I/DD seeking employment opportunities and performs pre-placement, intensive job coaching and long-term follow-along tasks for assigned individuals. Provide career planning, including resume building and job readiness skills.

Provide prevocational training, including job shadowing and work-readiness activities. Develop individualized employment plans tailored to each client’s skills, interests, and goals. Assist clients with job searching, interviewing, and onboarding processes through effective mentoring and coaching. Provide ongoing support to clients in the workplace, addressing challenges and facilitating successful integration.

Maintain detailed documentation of client progress, employment outcomes, and support activities.

Qualifications

Minimum associate degree in Human Services related field from an accredited college. Three years experience working with the DDD population. Bogg Center Employee Specialist Foundation Training is required within 90 days of hire. Understanding of DVRS services. Communicate with stakeholders, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, and employers.

Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated. Apply Now!