Employment Specialist (Job Coach)

Avidd Community Services of New Jersey, Inc proudly serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Morris, Bergen, and Somerset Counties. Our residential and community-based programs are designed to foster independence, build life skills, and support individuals in leading meaningful, self-directed lives.

As an Employment Specialist, you will play a key role in helping individuals identify career goals, prepare for employment and succeed in meaningful jobs within their communities. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive employment, relationship-building, and making a tangible impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Support individuals in identifying employment goals based on their strengths, interests, and support needs.
• Prepare individuals for employment through work-readiness skills such as resume development, interviewing and workplace expectations.
• Match individuals with appropriate employment opportunities and provide ongoing job coaching and support.
• Collaborate with employers to promote successful job performance and recommend reasonable accommodations as needed.
• Advocate for individuals related to employment matters, benefits, and workplace supports.
• Complete required documentation (e.g., job analysis, task analysis, progress notes) in accordance with funding and regulatory requirements.
• Represent Avidd’s mission and philosophy when working with employers, families, school districts, and community partners.
• Attend meetings with individuals, case managers, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Work collaboratively withing the agency’s structure and follow established supervision and chain of command.

What to Expect:

• Community-based, daytime work supporting individuals at job sites.
• Collaboration with a supportive team and program leadership.
• Travel within Bergen, Somerset, and Morris Counties.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to build positive relationships with individuals and employers.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete all required state and agency training.

Pay Rate: $22.23/hr with mileage reimbursement, paid training, full benefits, generous PTO and 403b.