Community Supports - Job Coach Job Elizabeth area,New Jersey USA,Social Work

Employment Opportunities Development

Responsible for the development of employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Education/Experience

A.A. in a related field or three years' experience providing employment or counseling services to individuals with disabilities required. B.A. in a related field preferred.

Job Tasks

Assist in development of a program employment plan

Engage in active job seeking to obtain employment for members

Train and assist members in self-marketing to prospective employers

Ensure compliance with obligations to and requirements for funding sources

Engage in comprehensive job coaching

Perform routine maintenance of employment contacts

Maintain an acceptable level of member job placements

Provide member case-management services

Maintain appropriate staff/member interactions

Engage in the Agency's Periodic Service Review (PSR) and other quality assurance programs

Ensure compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards

Cooperate with Agency and DDD/DCP&P staff in any inspection or investigation

Ensure compliance with wearing a mask when mandated by State, Federal, and Licensing authorities during a public health crisis/pandemic.

All other duties as assigned

Shift

Varies throughout the week. Evenings and weekends required as necessary.

Benefits

Medical Insurance
- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

Dental Insurance
- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment 401(K) with matching contribution if eligible

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance
- To support our staff in their career advancement and development.

Employee of the Month Recognition

Longevity/Anniversary Recognition

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Project Assistance Loans/Grants
- Interest free loans, if eligible.

Wellness Benefit
- As part of our commitment to your overall well-being, we're proud to offer a Wellness Reimbursement Benefit. This program is designed to support your physical health by reimbursing eligible wellness-related expenses—because we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best!

Staff Recruitment Incentive

Bereavement Days

Paid Holidays

Kean University Tuition discount, if eligible.

Our organization is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.