Join a Team That Changes Lives
For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Overview Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.
At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:
Generous Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
Paid On-the-Job Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
Flexible Schedules
Retirement Savings Plan
Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.
Job Description Elwyn Seeks a
Community Employment Specialist I
who will provide direct job development, job coaching and job support services to individuals with disabilities and overall coordination of their Elwyn (re)habilitation plan.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct client vocational profiles and other assessments based on funding source requirements
Counsel clients to best match their employment interests with their skills
Develop and provide job readiness training and job club activities to best promote client interest in employment
Assume a lead role in the team’s development and review of client service plans
Systematically network to seek and develop appropriate employment opportunities that match client interests and skills
Conduct job analysis consistent with employer and client needs
Provide intensive client on-the-job training, in conjunction with a teaching plan and needs of the employer
Establish metrics to systematically track the progress and success of clients
Provide counseling and support to the client to develop interpersonal and soft skills success on the job
Plan for client transportation and provide travel training as needed
Transport clients in agency vehicles as needed
Identify and develop home and natural supports for individuals served
Develop and implement a coach fading plan which incorporates natural supports that are sensitive to the culture of the work environment
Anticipate and provide follow‑along services for clients and their employers to maintain employment
Conduct client assessment, job find, placement, retention, fading levels and staff service volume according to department and funding source expectations
Maintain clear, active and constructive communication with the client while facilitating communication amongst the client, client home supports, client team members, funding source and monitoring entity representatives, supervisor, co‑workers and potential employers
Provide diversity and inclusion training to community business partners as needed.
Serve as the point person for all communication with community employer and individual (including scheduling, notification of absences, etc.)
Serve as a liaison between Elwyn and community business partners, funding partners and other stakeholders.
Complete monthly reporting based on funding source requirements
Complete annual training requirements as well as any additional training mandated by funding sources
Participate in team activities using positive approaches which will build and attain common goals
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), safe crisis management, and medication administration using agency-trained protocols
Cooperate with Elwyn New Jersey and the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services, or any other authorized investigating body during an inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Maintain current state‑mandated training and certifications
Follow all current policies and procedures of Elwyn New Jersey
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Skills
An Associate's Degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma or equivalent with three (3) years of related experience.
One (1) year experience working with people with disabilities highly preferred
Non-profit human service experience highly preferred
Experience in workplace development, case management, and/or sales preferred
Flexibility in work schedule availability, as hours of work may vary, depending upon participants/job seekers, and may include work hours during evenings and weekends
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook, Elwyn Referral Management System (ERMS) and report-writer experience preferred
Must be able to perform CPR/first aid and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols
Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
Must successfully complete state-mandated Employment Specialist Foundations training series within 60 days of hire.
Must submit to a criminal background check and drug test and be determined to be not disqualified by the New Jersey Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served
Must agree to have their name checked against the New Jersey Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and NJ Child Abuse Registry (CARI)
Equal Opportunity Employer Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ADArequest@elwyn.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
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For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Overview Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.
At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:
Generous Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
Paid On-the-Job Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
Flexible Schedules
Retirement Savings Plan
Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.
Job Description Elwyn Seeks a
Community Employment Specialist I
who will provide direct job development, job coaching and job support services to individuals with disabilities and overall coordination of their Elwyn (re)habilitation plan.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct client vocational profiles and other assessments based on funding source requirements
Counsel clients to best match their employment interests with their skills
Develop and provide job readiness training and job club activities to best promote client interest in employment
Assume a lead role in the team’s development and review of client service plans
Systematically network to seek and develop appropriate employment opportunities that match client interests and skills
Conduct job analysis consistent with employer and client needs
Provide intensive client on-the-job training, in conjunction with a teaching plan and needs of the employer
Establish metrics to systematically track the progress and success of clients
Provide counseling and support to the client to develop interpersonal and soft skills success on the job
Plan for client transportation and provide travel training as needed
Transport clients in agency vehicles as needed
Identify and develop home and natural supports for individuals served
Develop and implement a coach fading plan which incorporates natural supports that are sensitive to the culture of the work environment
Anticipate and provide follow‑along services for clients and their employers to maintain employment
Conduct client assessment, job find, placement, retention, fading levels and staff service volume according to department and funding source expectations
Maintain clear, active and constructive communication with the client while facilitating communication amongst the client, client home supports, client team members, funding source and monitoring entity representatives, supervisor, co‑workers and potential employers
Provide diversity and inclusion training to community business partners as needed.
Serve as the point person for all communication with community employer and individual (including scheduling, notification of absences, etc.)
Serve as a liaison between Elwyn and community business partners, funding partners and other stakeholders.
Complete monthly reporting based on funding source requirements
Complete annual training requirements as well as any additional training mandated by funding sources
Participate in team activities using positive approaches which will build and attain common goals
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), safe crisis management, and medication administration using agency-trained protocols
Cooperate with Elwyn New Jersey and the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services, or any other authorized investigating body during an inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Maintain current state‑mandated training and certifications
Follow all current policies and procedures of Elwyn New Jersey
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Skills
An Associate's Degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma or equivalent with three (3) years of related experience.
One (1) year experience working with people with disabilities highly preferred
Non-profit human service experience highly preferred
Experience in workplace development, case management, and/or sales preferred
Flexibility in work schedule availability, as hours of work may vary, depending upon participants/job seekers, and may include work hours during evenings and weekends
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook, Elwyn Referral Management System (ERMS) and report-writer experience preferred
Must be able to perform CPR/first aid and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols
Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
Must successfully complete state-mandated Employment Specialist Foundations training series within 60 days of hire.
Must submit to a criminal background check and drug test and be determined to be not disqualified by the New Jersey Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served
Must agree to have their name checked against the New Jersey Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and NJ Child Abuse Registry (CARI)
Equal Opportunity Employer Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ADArequest@elwyn.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
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