Skills Trainer/Employment Specialist

Company Overview

The Arc of Cape May County is a nonprofit organization that has promoted and protected the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for more than 60 years. We provide quality services that empower individuals to achieve their goals, build independence, and participate fully in their communities.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Skills Trainer/Employment Specialist to prepare students for successful employment and support them throughout their paid work experiences.

Responsibilities

● Deliver classroom-based Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) components:

○ Job exploration counseling

○ Workplace readiness training

○ Self-advocacy instruction

○ Counseling on post-secondary education and training opportunities

● Facilitate instruction in a group setting during three pre-employment weeks and three post-employment weeks.

● Conduct vocational interest inventories and work with each student to establish an individualized career pathway goal.

● Provide on-site skills training and coaching throughout each student’s 150-hour paid work experience.

● Conduct regular worksite visits to monitor student performance and provide support.

● Accurately document student participation, work hours, progress, and outcomes.

● Coordinate benefits counseling before students begin their paid work experiences.

● Communicate regularly with students, families, employers, school personnel, and other members of the support team.

● Help students develop workplace confidence, independence, communication skills, and appropriate professional behaviors.

● Identify and address barriers that may affect a student’s success in the workplace.

● Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associates degree in human services, social work, psychology, education, vocational rehabilitation, or a related field preferred
• Experience working with students or individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience providing employment services, vocational training, job coaching, classroom instruction, or transition services is strongly preferred
• Ability to provide engaging group instructions and individualized, hands-on workplace support
• Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, employers, and community partners
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel to worksites throughout the service area

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first day of the month following 60 days of full-time employment. The agency offers two Aetna health plans, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option.

Additional benefits include:

● Employer-paid group term life insurance after five months of full-time employment

● Immediate eligibility to enroll in the Principal Retirement Plan

● Employer matching contributions of up to 3% after one year of employment

● Personal time, vacation time, and sick time

● Holiday compensation in accordance with agency policy

Join The Arc of Cape May County and help students discover their strengths, develop meaningful career goals, and gain the skills and experience needed to succeed in the workplace.

The Arc of Cape May County is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000