DVRS Skills Instructor

Union & Essex Counties, NJ | 🕒 Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 6 PM (flexible) Evenings & weekends as needed Community Access Unlimited (CAU) is looking for passionate, motivated individuals who want to help youth with disabilities gain real-world job experience and succeed in community-based employment.

The DVRS Skills Instructor is responsible for providing transition services to students with disabilities seeking paid internship opportunities in the community. You’ll play a key role in guiding young people as they learn valuable work skills and take meaningful steps toward independence.

Associate's degree in a Human Services-related field and 2 years of related experience preferred OR

Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and at least 2 years of professional experience working with individuals with disabilities, including counseling or advocacy work that enhances employability

• Provide vocational instruction and job-seeking skills training to students with disabilities, both individually and in group settings
• Develop and maintain internship sites across the community
• Collect input from students, families, and referring staff to identify appropriate internships and employment goals
• Build strong relationships with employers, businesses, and agencies in Union and Essex Counties
• Analyze employment sites for student suitability
• Provide on-site support to interns, including transportation assistance and travel training
• Maintain ongoing communication with students' referral sources and NJDVRS Counselors
• Process student timesheets bi-weekly and maintain accurate service records
• Prepare all required data and documentation for funders and government agencies
• Ensure full compliance with licensing, accreditation, and CARF standards
• Participate in inspections or investigations with DDD, Agency staff, and legal authorities
• Ensure completion of all background checks and screenings, including fingerprinting, drug testing, and CARI
• Perform other duties as needed based on program demands
• Medical, Dental and Life insurance with the option of no cost plans
• 401(k) + matching
• Paid time off

If you're ready to help youth with disabilities build confidence, independence, and valuable job skills —join CAU and become part of something truly meaningful.

📩 Apply now and help shape the workforce of tomorrow, one student at a time.

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.