Employment Specialist - Vineland, NJ

Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.

Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.

• Generous Paid Time Off
  
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
  
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
  
• Flexible Schedules
  
• Retirement Savings Plan

Elwyn is currently seeking a Community Employment Specialist I to provide direct job development, job coaching, and job support services to individuals with disabilities and overall coordination of their Elwyn (re)habilitation plan.

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

$21.00 Hourly

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct client vocational profiles and other assessments based on funding source requirements
• Counsel clients to best match their employment interests with their skills
• Develop and provide job readiness training and job club activities to best promote client interest in employment
• Assume a lead role in the team's development and review of client service plans
• Systematically network to seek and develop appropriate employment opportunities that match client interests and skills
• Conduct job analysis consistent with employer and client needs
• Provide intensive client on-the-job training, in conjunction with a teaching plan and needs of the employer
• Establish metrics to systematically track the progress and success of clients
• Provide counseling and supports to the client in order to develop interpersonal and soft skills success on the job
• Plan for client transportation and provide travel training as needed
• Transport clients in agency vehicles as needed
• Identify and develop home and natural supports for individuals served
• Develop and implement a coach fading plan which incorporates natural supports that are sensitive to the culture of the work environment
• Anticipate and provide follow-along services for clients and their employers in order to maintain employment
• Conduct client assessment, job find, placement, retention, fading levels and staff service volume according to department and funding source expectations
• Maintain clear, active and constructive communication with the client while facilitating communication amongst the client, client home supports, client team members, funding source and monitoring entity representatives, supervisor, co-workers and potential employers
• Provide diversity and inclusion training to community business partners as needed.
• Serve as the point person for all communication with community employer and individual (including scheduling, notification of absences, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between Elwyn and community business partners, funding partners and other stake holders.
• Complete monthly reporting based on funding source requirements
• Complete annual training requirements as well as any additional training mandated by funding sources
• Participate in team activities using positive approaches which will build and attain common goals
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), safe crisis management, and medication administration using agency-trained protocols
• Cooperate with Elwyn New Jersey and the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services, or any other authorized investigating body during an inspection, inquiry, or investigation
• Maintain current state-mandated training and certifications
• Follow all current policies and procedures of Elwyn New Jersey
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• An Associate's Degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma or equivalent with three (3) years of related experience.
• One (1) year experience working with people with disabilities highly preferred
• Non-profit human service experience highly preferred
• Experience in workplace development, case management, and/or sales preferred
• Flexibility in work schedule availability, as hours of work may vary, depending upon participants/job seekers, and may include work hours during evenings and weekends
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Must be able to perform CPR/first aid and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols
• Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook, Elwyn Referral Management System (ERMS) and report-writer experience preferred
• Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience, and acceptable driving record
• Must successfully complete state mandated Employment Specialist Foundations training series within 60 days of hire.
• Must submit to a criminal background check and drug test and be determined to be not disqualified by the New Jersey Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served
• Must agree to have their name checked against the New Jersey Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and NJ Child Abuse Registry (CARI)