Director of , Innovation and Workforce Development
Listed on 2026-02-18
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Management
Talent Manager, Program / Project Manager -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
THE ARC/MORRIS COUNTY CHAPTER, NEW JERSEY, INC. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The organization provides a wide array of services, including residential care, respite programs, day habilitation, and more. Their mission focuses on enhancing the quality of life for those they serve by providing compassionate care and empowering services. Located in New Jersey, they are committed to fostering inclusivity and promoting opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Role DescriptionThe Director of Employment Innovation & Workforce Development is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing Arc Morris’s mission by expanding meaningful, competitive, and integrated employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Operating at both a strategic and executional level, this role designs and implements employment strategies that promote independence, economic mobility, and long-term career success. The Director collaborates across employment, education, workforce development, funding entities, and human services systems to build sustainable employment pathways and strong external partnerships.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, systems-oriented leader with demonstrated success advancing competitive, integrated employment outcomes. This individual is mission-driven, data-informed, and comfortable navigating complex funding and service systems in a fast-paced environment.
Key Focus Areas- Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) strategy and outcomes
- Systems-level workforce development and innovation
- Employer engagement and labor market alignment
- Funding alignment and long-term sustainability
- Full utilization of Federal and State set-aside programs
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 7–10 years of progressive experience in workforce development, disability employment, or related fields
- Knowledge of WIOA, Vocational Rehabilitation, Medicaid employment services, and workforce systems
- Demonstrated experience building employer and community partnerships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient knowledge of Federal and State set-aside programs
- Ability to operate effectively in a senior, cross-functional leadership role
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