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Jewish Federation of Southern NJ Employment Specialist in Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Job Title: Employment Specialist (Part-Time)
Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Southern New Jersey is seeking a part-time Employment Specialist to support individuals with disabilities in seeking, obtaining, and maintaining employment, allowing them to reach their highest potential. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform initial intake to access client’s education, work history, work interests, aptitudes and to clarify the plan
Assist client with development of Resume and Interviewing skills
Conduct Situational Assessments to determine client’s strengths, skills, challenges, and employment goals
Explore business and jobs in the community to create job development opportunities
Willingness to travel to various parts of Southern New Jersey (Mileage reimbursed)
Perform initial Job Coaching and support for individuals at the worksite
Provide Long Term Follow Along visits to clients
Assist with Job Coaching substitute coverage as a member of the Supported Employment Team
Maintain ongoing communication with employer, client, and family to monitor client’s employment performance and progress
Discuss and report progress to Supported Employment Program Manager
Maintain accurate and timely case files and documentation as mandated by New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and Division of Developmental Disabilities
Maintain documentation in compliance with JFCS requirements
Perform other tasks as required within the Supported Employment Program
Qualifications include: Must be able to work collaboratively as a member of the Supported Employment team, be highly organized, flexible, good problem solver, and a good communicator. Job Development or business prospecting highly desired. Previous experience working with adults with disabilities strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred.