Vocational Support Specialist 171 - Apply Using Job Code 20302

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen (CCDOM), with more than 450 employees is a non-profit, social services agency with its mission, driven by Catholic social teaching, of providing quality services with dignity and respect to the poor, vulnerable and all people in need and partnering with families and communities to improve the quality of life. We serve more than 68,000 clients per year throughout Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren counties in NJ.

Vocational Support Specialist 171 - Perth Amboy, NJ

Salary - $55,000 per year with Sign On Bonus $5,000

Responsibilities:

• Seeking a full time Career Coach to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide services to young adults (ages 18-24) in a transitional living program.
• Provide targeted employment and education case management in Somerset and Middlesex counties; supporting youth in developing goals related to post-secondary education, career development, and obtaining and maintaining a living wage.
• Form and maintain relationships with local employers, educational programs, and community resources to assist with employment-linkage; development of formal employer partnerships required.
• Influence, teach, motivate, engage, and support youth as well as be comfortable networking in the field, talking with potential employers, and passionate about supporting young adults in reaching their educational and employment goals.
• On-call and evening hours availability are required as part of the position.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficient in oral and written communication; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Experience working in career development, job placement, or casework employment.
• Knowledge of education and employment resources for young adults in Middlesex and Somerset Counties is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Expected to travel within Middlesex and Somerset Counties.
• Flexible work schedule with some evenings required.

CCDOM offers a competitive benefits plan that includes:

• Medical and Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Up to 13 Paid Holidays
• Begin with 20 Days of Paid Time Off
• Non-Contributory Pension Plan
• Ability to contribute to 403(b) retirement plan
• Life and Disability Insurance

Agency Perks and Discounts

• Employee Assistance Program
• Verizon
• Affinity Federal Credit Union membership
• Blue Cross Blue Shield – 365 Program
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is an Equal Opportunity Employer