Benefits:

Comprehensive training program
Mileage reimbursement
Cell phone, tablet & laptop
Paid holidays (12 per year)
Paid Training
Supportive work environment
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources

Position: High School Youth Employment Skills Trainer

Locations hiring: Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, Mercer & Burlington Counties, NJ (you’ll be assigned to a specific county).

Salary: $43,500/year + benefits + paid training

Since 1996, Waters & Sims has been a trusted provider of Supported Employment services across Central Jersey. We’re committed to creating inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities — and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion.

SUMMARY:

As a High School Youth Employment Skills Trainer, you’ll work directly with high school students with disabilities, helping them build the skills and confidence they need to successfully transition from school to employment.

You’ll partner with local school districts and the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) to deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students aged 14–21. The goal is to help students discover their strengths, explore careers, and prepare for competitive, integrated employment.

5 KEY AREAS:

Job Exploration Counseling – Help students explore career interests and options.
Post-Secondary Counseling – Provide guidance on education and training opportunities after high school.
Work-Based Learning – Coordinate and support volunteer or paid work experiences.
Workplace Readiness Training – Build social skills, communication, and independent living skills.
Self-Advocacy Instruction – Teach students how to speak up for themselves and their goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work one-on-one or in small groups (in-person and virtually) with high school students.
Travel throughout the assigned county using your own vehicle.
Customize and deliver lessons aligned with Pre-ETS goals and the five key areas above.
Collaborate with school staff, DVRS counselors, and community partners.
Develop work-based learning opportunities with local employers.
Maintain detailed documentation and progress reports.
Be a positive, motivating presence for students preparing for the workforce.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must live in or near one of the counties listed above and be willing to travel within that county (mileage reimbursed).
Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field (required).
Experience in job development or working with students with disabilities is a plus.

A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE IS:

A strong communicator (written and verbal).
Passionate about helping young people succeed.
Proficient with technology and documentation.
Able to work independently in schools and the community (this is NOT a desk job).
Creative and has a flexible approach to teaching and mentoring.
Adaptable and enjoys variety in their workday.
Detail-oriented and reliable.
Creative and solution-focused.
People-oriented and enjoys mentoring and teaching.
A natural advocate with a strong sense of purpose.
Proficient with technology and using it in the community.

BENEFITS:

Flexible schedule
Competitive PTO: 20 days per year (accrual-based)
12 paid holidays
Medical, dental & vision coverage (after 90-day evaluation)
Life, AD&D & LTD insurance
Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel
Paid training including College of Direct Support & Boggs Center Training
Laptop and phone provided
Supportive team
Referral bonus opportunities

Compensation: $43,500.00 per year

We. Build. Workers.

Established in July 1996, Waters & Sims specializes in developing jobs for people with little or no work history who need individual support to find, learn and keep their job. Waters & Sims was created out of a belief that there was a niche to be filled in providing quality Supported Employment services for adults with disabilities, transition students, participants of WFNJ and at-risk youth who are no longer enrolled in public school.

We have a strong commitment to our clients, where person centered planning guides every facet of career development and growth. The desired outcome for all clients of Waters & Sims is an improvement in the quality of their lives, in ways both tangible and intangible through employment.

Waters & Sims is an approved SE vendor through the New Jersey division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, The Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Division of Developmental Disabilities. We are CARF accredited and have consistently earned a three year accreditation, CARF’S highest standard. Waters & Sims is an Approved Training Provider through the New Jersey Department of Labor. Our clients are referred to us by NJDVRS, DDD, Ocean County PIC, Monmouth County Social Services and several school districts. We currently provide SE, Transition and WFNJ services throughout Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex Counties.

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