Vocational Services Case Manager Skill Development

Support Individual Goals. Coordinate Meaningful Opportunities.

Helping someone prepare for employment involves more than identifying a job opportunity. It requires thoughtful planning, individualized support, strong communication, and an understanding of each person's abilities and goals.

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking a dedicated Vocational Services Case Manager to join our team in Lakewood, New Jersey
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In this full-time position, you'll coordinate vocational services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping participants strengthen their employment skills, explore career opportunities, and work toward greater independence.

You'll combine person-centered case management with direct participant support, service planning, documentation, and collaboration with families, employers, funding agencies, and community partners.

We're looking for a professional who is organized, adaptable, and committed to helping individuals make measurable progress toward their vocational goals.

Position Information

• Location: Lakewood, NJ
• Department: Vocational Services
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
• Work Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Compensation: $23.70 per hour

Your Role in Vocational Services

• Create, implement, and maintain Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), Rehabilitation Plans, and other person-centered planning documents.
• Establish measurable vocational objectives that reflect each participant's interests, abilities, and support needs.
• Provide ongoing case management, supervision, coaching, and individualized assistance to assigned participants.
• Evaluate progress toward established goals and recommend appropriate modifications to service plans.
• Maintain organized participant files, detailed case notes, service records, and other required documentation.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and additional reports in accordance with agency procedures and funding-source requirements.

• Provide individualized instruction in employment preparation, career exploration, job-related skills, and practical life skills.
• Assist individuals in identifying vocational programs, community employment opportunities, and potential self-employment options.
• Provide direct supervision and support in vocational programs, community worksites, and employment environments.
• Identify and implement reasonable workplace accommodations, task modifications, and individualized strategies that support participant success.
• Offer counseling, crisis intervention, and problem-solving assistance when circumstances require additional support.
• Demonstrate appropriate workplace conduct while encouraging self-advocacy, independence, and community involvement.

• Facilitate participant intake procedures, assessments, evaluations, and eligibility reviews.
• Monitor continued eligibility for vocational services and assess changing participant needs.
• Coordinate transfers between programs and transitions to other appropriate services or employment settings.
• Participate in production floor time studies and established quality assurance processes.
• Assist with identifying new community employment opportunities and supporting vocational program development.
• Contribute to grant-related projects and program expansion initiatives as assigned.

• Establish effective working relationships with participants, families, employers, residential providers, and community organizations.
• Communicate with funding agencies and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate individualized vocational supports.
• Participate in program…