Employment Specialist

• Employment Specialist – Full-Time | Hybrid | Ocean County, NJ
• Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday (flexible to meet service recipient work schedules; minimal weekends as needed)
• Location: Hybrid – Remote, Home Office & Community-Based Job Sites
• Department: Vocational – Employment Supports
• Employment Type: Hourly | Non-Exempt

Build Careers. Create Opportunities. Change Lives Through Employment.

At The Arc of Ocean County, employment is more than a job — it’s independence, confidence, and community inclusion. As an Employment Specialist, you will help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities obtain and maintain competitive, integrated employment in their communities.

This is a dynamic, community-based role ideal for someone who enjoys coaching, networking, advocacy, and working independently while making measurable impact.

What You’ll Do

• Employment Planning & Coaching
• Develop individualized Employment Plans that identify strengths, preferences, goals, and potential barriers
• Facilitate intake meetings and service team meetings
• Provide customized training in resume building, interview preparation, and workplace soft skills
• Deliver job coaching, pre-placement services, long-term follow-along supports, and approved specialized services
• Ensure individuals understand employer expectations, schedules, and workplace policies
• Community & Employer Partnerships
• Identify and cultivate relationships with local employers
• Expand and maintain a strong network of community business partners
• Advocate for service recipients in employment settings
• Coordinate service transitions as employment needs evolve
• Documentation & Compliance
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with DVRS, DDD, CARF, DCF, DOE, and DOL standards
• Provide weekly caseload updates to supervisors and referral sources
• Maintain accurate client files and monitor required documentation systems
• Develop weekly schedules ensuring minimum billable hours are met
• Technology & Autonomy
• Utilize multiple platforms to facilitate services (remote, hybrid, in-person)
• Assist service recipients in navigating technology as needed
• Work independently while maintaining strong communication with supervisors
• Help Individuals Achieve Meaningful Employment
• If you’re passionate about helping individuals build careers, develop confidence, and gain independence through employment, we’d love to meet you.
• Apply today and join The Arc of Ocean County — where opportunity creates independence and every job placement changes a life.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field
• Minimum 20 years of age
• Valid NJ Driver’s License with no more than 5 points
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field, including 1 year as a job coach (required)
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and networking skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule
• Must complete all required DVRS and DDD pre-service trainings
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification
• Must pass all required background and registry checks