Careers

At Legacy, we provide individualized, person-centered supports designed to help adults with disabilities—our members—live meaningful, connected, and fulfilling lives. Our team works closely with each member to understand their unique goals, strengths, and passions, creating tailored opportunities that promote independence, personal growth, and authentic community inclusion. Through an empowering, holistic approach, we focus on supporting the overall well-being and life quality of every individual we serve.

Join Our Growing Team

We are a dynamic, growing organization expanding our reach to serve members and families across New Jersey. We regularly hire dedicated, reliable, and compassionate professionals for a variety of part-time and full-time roles throughout the year.

 

Our ideal candidates have a true passion for serving and making a lasting, positive impact in the lives of adults with IDD. Parents, siblings, and family members of individuals with IDD are strongly encouraged to apply! Professionalism, reliability, and a heart for service are essential.

 

Depending on member preferences and service plans, our team roles offer flexible formats: in-person in the member’s home and community, virtually, or through a hybrid approach.

Roles at Legacy Include:

  • Life Skills Coaches: Work 1:1 with members in their home and community to assist, guide, and empower them as they build independence in basic self-care, social engagement, executive functioning, and activities of daily living.
  • Specialized Instructors & Tutors (Academic, Music & Production, Culinary): Facilitate engaging 1:1 or small-group sessions—virtually or in-person—tailored to member interests and development goals. (Highly competitive rates for certified educators and specialized instructors).
  • Employment Specialists: Deliver direct, in-person job coaching, career exploration, and vocational training to support members in obtaining and sustaining meaningful community employment.
  • Companion Services (CBS) Coaches: Provide vital 1:1 support in the home or out in the local community, promoting active participation, independence, and personal growth.
  • Interpreters & Language Specialists: Provide direct, face-to-face language support to ensure seamless communication, accessibility, and community integration for our members.
  • Housing Case Managers: Deliver strategic housing support, navigation, and ongoing coordination to help members secure and maintain safe, independent living arrangements.
  • Direct Support Professionals (DSPs): Provide essential 1:1 assistance and person-centered care to help members navigate daily routines, build confidence, and actively participate in their homes and communities.

Why Bring Your Talents to Legacy?

  • Purpose-Driven Work: Fuel your passion for serving others while building meaningful, direct relationships with members and their support networks.
  • Competitive Compensation: Weekly direct deposit pay, performance and tenure-based bonuses, and premium rates for specialized coaches and certified educators.
  • Unmatched Flexibility: Work-from-home, hybrid, and community-based options with flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle.
  • Career Growth & Benefits: Paid orientation, ongoing internal professional development (including specialized training opportunities), 401(k) options (after 12 months), and clear pathways for leadership advancement.
  • Unwavering Team Support: Collaborate with dedicated Service Coordinators, Directors, and leadership who are genuinely invested in helping you reach the summit of your professional goals.
  • Competitive Compensation: Direct deposit pay, performance-based bonuses, and premium-rates for specialized coaches and certified educators.
  • Career Growth & Benefits: minor adjustment to listing of 401(k), it should read 401(k) investment plan (6 months).

Interested in starting your career with Legacy Empowerment Services?

Click the link below to complete our online application!
Thank you for your interest in our mission, our members, and the families we serve. We look forward to seeing how you bring The Legacy Way to life on our team!