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SKILLS TRAINER/EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

Pay: $40,000 – $50,000 per year

The Arc of Cape May County is a nonprofit organization that has promoted and protected the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for more than 60 years. We provide quality services that empower individuals to achieve their goals, build independence, and participate fully in their communities.
We are seeking a dedicated Skills Trainer/Employment Specialist to prepare students for successful employment and support them throughout their paid work experiences.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver classroom-based Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) components:
Job exploration counseling
Workplace readiness training
Self-advocacy instruction
Counseling on post-secondary education and training opportunities
Facilitate instruction in a group setting during three pre-employment weeks and three post-employment weeks.
Conduct vocational interest inventories and work with each student to establish an individualized career pathway goal.
Provide on-site skills training and coaching throughout each student’s 150-hour paid work experience.
Conduct regular worksite visits to monitor student performance and provide support.
Accurately document student participation, work hours, progress, and outcomes.
Coordinate benefits counseling before students begin their paid work experiences.
Communicate regularly with students, families, employers, school personnel, and other members of the support team.
Help students develop workplace confidence, independence, communication skills, and appropriate professional behaviors.
Identify and address barriers that may affect a student’s success in the workplace.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of Associates degree in human services, social work, psychology, education, vocational rehabilitation, or a related field preferred.
Experience working with students or individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
Experience providing employment services, vocational training, job coaching, classroom instruction, or transition services is strongly preferred.
Ability to provide engaging group instruction and individualized, hands-on workplace support.
Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, employers, and community partners.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel to worksites throughout the service area.

BENEFITS
Health, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first day of the month following 60 days of full-time employment. The agency offers two Aetna health plans, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
Additional benefits include:
Employer-paid group term life insurance after five months of full-time employment
Immediate eligibility to enroll in the Principal Retirement Plan
Employer matching contributions of up to 3% after one year of employment
Personal time, vacation time, and sick time
Holiday compensation in accordance with agency policy

Join The Arc of Cape May County and help students discover their strengths, develop meaningful career goals, and gain the skills and experience needed to succeed in the workplace.
The Arc of Cape May County is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Pay:  $21.00 per hour, $16.07 for training

Are you looking for a new position that is more fulfilling? Are you a caring person that enjoys assisting others? Do you take pride in helping others reach their goals? If you answered “Yes” to these questions, and you are self-motivated and energetic, then you are who we’re looking for to become a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP)! Our DSPs have the great experience of supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live their most successful lives. Join an agency with over 60 years of longevity in promoting and protecting the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Here is a link to a brief realistic job preview, similar to our agency: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oz8KHsKTGpU&t=3s

Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record, a High School Diploma or GED, be able to work weekends, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities!

$21.00 per hour after completion of the first week of orientation (approximately 40 hours at $16.07 per hour).  We provide various trainings including CPR/FA and medication training.

The typical shifts for these full-time positions are either 3pm-11pm or 11pm-9am in our residential programs. These positions are full-time (at least 40 hours per week) and include weekends.

Once you join our team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll have paid training and orientation sessions to gain skills in areas pertaining to developmental disabilities, medication dispensing, CPR/FA, crisis management, behavior support, documentation, and other job-related topics.

The Arc is committed to enhancing the quality of life of individuals through direct services, advocacy, empowerment, education, and prevention. Help us achieve our goals of actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.

Here’s a brief summary of the benefits offered: Health, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first day of the month after 60 days of full-time employment. The agency offers a two different plans with Aetna, one of them being a HSA plan. Employer paid group term life insurance is available to you after five months of full-time employment. You can enroll in the Principal Retirement Plan immediately, and be eligible for up to 3% matching contributions after a year of employment. There are nine residential holidays that staff are compensated either time and half or double time for hours worked on these days. We offer personal time-off, vacation time, and sick time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, or disability.

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING

Agency Overview

The Arc of Cape May County is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to providing comprehensive services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and full community inclusion for those we serve, while creating a respectful and accessible environment for all. Join an agency with 65 years of longevity in promoting and protecting the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Director of Development and Marketing will lead the organization’s overall development and marketing strategy. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Development and Marketing will work collaboratively with leadership to develop and implement strategies to broaden the impact of The Arc of Cape May County’s programs and oversee organizational messaging to all constituents. This role is responsible for managing all fundraising activities and building external relationships. Responsible for the agency’s fundraising strategies, fundraising, grant management and marketing activities.

Development

Oversee the agency’s plans and activities for raising money through non-governmental resources, including fundraising and capital campaigns, donations, planned giving, corporate sponsorships and partnerships, and entrepreneurial ventures;
Facilitates marketing and establishes working relationships and collaborations with partners, community groups, donors, government officials and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the agency;
Coordinates both public and private grant management activities which further the mission of the agency through special projects and collaborations;

Participates in the agency Fundraising Committee of the Board of Directors;
Ensures that donors and/or sponsors receive recognition in a well-organized, timely fashion. This includes thank you letters, public recognition, events, commemorative items and mementos, donor lists, credit language, donor recognition panels and naming opportunities;
Participate in the development and formulation of procedures and/or practices to ensure optimal and efficient agency performance and effective service delivery; ensure the most efficient and effective use of resources.
Marketing

Develop, implement and evaluate the annual development and marketing plan;
Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership to develop marketing strategies that will broaden programmatic reach and deepen the agency’s impact;
Develop and refine the agency’s core messages to ensure organizational consistency;
Serve as a liaison for the organization’s website, PR firm, Facebook page, and social media accounts;
Oversee organizational responses to inquiries about The Arc of Cape May County;
Maintain timely, thorough communication to all appropriate parties regarding program, administrative, and state/federal procedural issues (outside correspondence and alerts, etc.), disseminate relevant information to agency employees, individuals and families regarding legal, legislative, educational and community resource issues.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required;
Minimum of 5 years of experience working with a non-profit organization, preferably one serving people with developmental disabilities;
Highly collaborative style and effective communicator;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently;
High energy, maturity and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels;
Significant marketing experience that includes a combination of advocacy, media relations, and marketing;
A strong track record of positioning an organization to achieve tangible outcomes in a competitive communications environment;
Self-starter, able to work independently and entrepreneurial, enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives.
Pay: $55,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Here’s a brief summary of the benefits offered: Health, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first day of the month after 60 days of full-time employment. Employer paid group term life insurance is available to you after five months of full-time employment. You can enroll in the Principal Retirement Plan immediately, and be eligible for up to 3% matching contributions after a year of employment. We offer personal time-off, vacation time, and sick time.

The Arc of Cape May County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

Pay: $65,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

In order to apply for this position, the following qualifications are needed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or related field required. Minimum four (4) years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity, with experience in mental health and behavioral supports.

The Arc of Cape May County is a non-profit agency serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Cape May County. We are supportive of their goals and assist with their needs. Our goal is to provide quality assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities and to help them to become as independent as possible. Join an agency with over 60 years of longevity in promoting and protecting the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We are seeking a Residential Services Director to provide oversight of residential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This position provides supervision to residential staff to ensure appropriate and meaningful services are provided for individuals supported. Provides routine inspections, ensures adequate staffing schedules, coaches staff through training and development, completes performance reviews, assists in developing services for individuals supported, supports the intake process, coordinates with Case Management regarding the completion of medical appointments, follows up on GER reports, serves as a point of contact for families and guardians, coordinates and schedules NJISP meetings, oversees the administration of site budgets, monitors the completion of program documentation,

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or related field required. Minimum four (4) years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings.
2. Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity, with experience in mental health and behavioral supports.

The Arc is committed to enhancing the quality of life of individuals through direct services, advocacy, empowerment, education, and prevention. Help us achieve our goals of actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.

Here’s a brief summary of the benefits offered: Health, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first day of the month after 60 days of full-time employment. The agency offers a two different plans with Aetna, one of them being a HSA plan. Employer paid group term life insurance is available to you after five months of full-time employment. You can enroll in the Principal Retirement Plan immediately, and be eligible for up to 3% matching contributions after a year of employment. There are nine residential holidays that staff are compensated either time and half or double time for hours worked on these days. We offer personal time-off, vacation time, and sick time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, or disability.