Employment Horizons' staff at Career Development Services (CDS) assists individuals to match
their skills and interests with jobs in the local community. Through diversified service and
employment options, our program offers customized support to those in need of assistance
in seeking employment. CDS is located at 10 Ridgedale Avenue in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey.
Service options include:
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Vocational Evaluation
A short-term service that assists
individuals in identifying work preferences, capacities and support needs as
well as prospective careers. A wide range of assessment tools is used.
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Pre-Employment Services
To facilitate the transition to employment, individuals may choose to receive
career counseling and guidance, instruction in job-seeking skills, and utilize
job sampling to explore different careers.
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Job Placement
During the job search, an experienced Job Developer works with individuals to
identify positions that match skills and preferences. Assistance in contacting
employers and scheduling interviews is available as needed.
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Job Coaching
Once hired, an individual may receive employment training specific to the job.
Job coaching includes teaching the actual job as well as facilitating effective
ways of integrating into the work environment. The amount of time needed for
this service varies with each individual.
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Follow Along
Once an employee is successfully trained on the job, coaching is phased out.
Follow-along services are provided on an ongoing, as-needed basis to ensure both
employee and employer satisfaction.
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Program participants have successfully been placed in positions in the following areas:
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| • Clerical |
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• Retail |
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• Reception |
| • Food Service |
• Computer Operations |
• Cleaning & Housekeeping |
| • Data Entry |
• Customer Service |
• Material Handling |
| • Mailroom |
• Machine Operations |
• Packaging and Assembly |
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Contact Us:
For more information on Career Development & Placement Services, contact:
Lisa Montalbano, Coordinator of Career
Development & Transition Services, at 973-538-8822 ext. 226.
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