Employment Training Specialist

Employment Training Specialist

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career while helping others do the same? At Waters & Sims, a member of the Merakey family of companies, we empower people living with disabilities to live, work, and integrate successfully into the community. We are seeking a full-time Employment Training Specialist to join our Supported Employment Services team in Monmouth County, NJ.

Earn: $22.12 per hour, plus benefits and mileage reimbursement

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week; 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Position Details

The Employment Training Specialist provides individualized employment training and support to adults with disabilities participating in NJDOL-funded services for the NJCIE grant. The position is responsible for helping individuals develop the skills, confidence, and workplace behaviors necessary to pursue competitive integrated employment and achieve greater independence in the workplace and community. They provide training in classroom, community, and workplace settings, working collaboratively with participants, employers, families'/support teams, and other service providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing strengths, interests, abilities, and employment goals and develops training strategies tailored to each participant's needs.
• Focusing on job-readiness training, workplace skills development, communication and social skills, problem-solving, time management, technology and digital literacy, workplace safety, supported workplace learning, and other skills necessary for successful employment.
• Assisting individuals in applying learned skills in real-world environments, obtaining/maintaining employment, and increasing independence over time.

Benefits

Waters & Sims employees have access to benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth contribution options.
• DailyPay, providing access to your pay when you need it.
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Care.com access for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling and legal and financial resources through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle services.
• Free personal and professional development courses through Pryor Online Learning.

About Waters & Sims

Waters & Sims helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment. Through personalized coaching, skill development, employer partnerships, and ongoing workplace support, our team helps the people we serve build greater confidence and independence.

Waters & Sims is a member of the Merakey family of companies. Merakey is a nonprofit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year.

Merakey and its family of companies strictly follow a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Waters & Sims and Merakey are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to building teams that reflect the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Experience working with adults with disabilities, preferably in employment services, vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, workforce development, or related human services.
• Strong case management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Strong documentation skills with clear, professional written communication.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employers and community partners.