Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist Inroads to Opportunities - 4.3 Roselle, NJ Job Details Full-time $23.36 - $25.00 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off On-the-job training Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Community engagement Teamwork First aid Sociology Databases Driver's License Bachelor's degree Productivity software Full Job Description ansform Lives Through Employment - Join Our Team as an Employment Specialist! Are you passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve independence, meaningful employment, and personal success? Do you thrive in a role where you can build community partnerships, coach individuals toward their goals, and make a real impact every single day? If so, we invite you to join our mission-driven team at Inroads to Opportunities! This is more than a job it's an opportunity to help individuals discover their strengths, gain confidence, and build fulfilling futures through meaningful employment and community inclusion. What You'll Do As an Employment Specialist, you will play a key role in helping individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain successful employment opportunities within the community. Career Exploration & Individual Support Assist individuals with career exploration, vocational assessments, and job matching Participate in intake meetings for individuals referred through DVR and Extended Employment programs Develop individualized employment plans and provide one-on-one coaching and guidance Teach job readiness, workplace skills, and employment preparation in both group and individual settings Support participants through every stage of their employment journey Job Development & Community Engagement Build and maintain relationships with community employers and business partners Develop opportunities for permanent employment, job sampling, assessments, and Trial Work Experiences (TWEs) Conduct job site analyses and evaluate employment opportunities Successfully place individuals into competitive community employment Coordinate meetings with participants, families, employers, DVR counselors, and support teams Job Coaching & Ongoing Support Provide on-site and follow-along job coaching to ensure successful placements Support participants in developing workplace confidence, independence, and professional skills Monitor progress and maintain accurate participant documentation and records Compliance & Professional Collaboration Maintain timely case notes, reports, billing documentation, and job development logs Collaborate closely with DVR counselors, employers, families, and internal teams Attend trainings, conferences, and team meetings to remain current on industry best practices Maintain knowledge of labor laws, disability services regulations, and public entitlement guidelines What You Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field Valid New Jersey Driver's License with a strong driving record Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic records/database systems Ability to complete and maintain required trainings, including: CPR/First Aid Mental Health First Aid DVR/DDD Requirements Inroads-specific trainings Preferred Qualities We're looking for someone who is: Compassionate and person-centered Organized and detail-oriented A strong communicator and relationship builder Self-motivated and dependable Passionate about inclusion, empowerment, and advocacy Comfortable working independently and collaboratively Why Join Inroads? At Inroads, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live, work, and thrive within their community. Our team is committed to creating meaningful opportunities and life-changing outcomes for the individuals we serve. What You'll Gain Meaningful, purpose-driven work The opportunity to make a direct impact every day Professional growth and ongoing training opportunities Collaborative and supportive leadership Community engagement and relationship-building experience A rewarding career helping others achieve independence and success Expectations of Our Team At Inroads, all staff are expected to: Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and respect Support the belief that all individuals deserve community inclusion Maintain confidentiality and professionalism Follow through on commitments and responsibilities Communicate openly, respectfully, and consistently Seek continuous growth and development Present themselves and the organization positively at all times Ready to Make an Impact? If you are looking for a career where your work truly changes lives and where every success story matters, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help empower individuals to build brighter, more independent futures! We kindly request that you do not call or visit our office regarding the status of your application. We will contact candidates who meet our qualifications directly to schedule an interview. Thank you for your understanding.

Compensation:

$23.36 - $25.00 per hour Inroads to Opportunities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process may request it orally or in writing.

Pay:

$23.36 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person