Skills Trainer

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking a Skills Trainer to join our team in Monmouth County, NJ.

Location

Must live and be willing to travel within county.

Earn

$22.12 per hour + mileage reimbursement

The Skills Trainer plays a key role in supporting students with disabilities as they prepare for future employment through New Jersey’s Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program.

Working closely with DVR counselors, schools, families, and the Program Coordinator, the Skills Trainer helps students identify realistic employment goals, build transferable skills, and access meaningful learning opportunities in the community. The role requires strong organization, compassionate communication, flexibility, and a deep commitment to empowering students on their path toward independence and competitive employment.

Through consistent service delivery, detailed documentation, and professional collaboration, the Skills Trainer ensures that students receive high-quality transition support while meeting program standards and billable expectations. This is a dynamic position ideal for individuals who are passionate about education, equity, and helping young people thrive.

This position is responsible for delivering structured, individualized instruction across five core areas: job exploration, work-based learning experiences, post-secondary education counseling, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy training.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence when collaborating with employers, students, families, DVR counselors, and school personnel.
• Apply exceptional organizational and time‑management abilities to manage training schedules, service delivery, documentation, and caseload priorities.
• Utilize proficiency in Microsoft Office, email communication, virtual meeting platforms, and team‑based coordination tools to support daily operations.
• Adapt effectively to changing workplace conditions, service logistics, and procedural updates.
• Develop individualized, student‑aligned employment goals and coordinate communication across multiple stakeholders.
• Conduct intakes and assessments to determine student readiness and service needs.