Overview
Join to apply for the Employment Counselor Monmouth County role at Waters & Sims Employment Services, Inc.
We have been providing Supported Employment services to consumers with disabilities in Monmouth County since 1996. We are currently looking to add to our dynamic team in Middlesex & Somerset Counties. Potential candidates will live in and be willing to travel throughout Monmouth County.
Joining Waters & Sims Employment Services Inc. is about more than securing a job; it's an opportunity to use your education, passion and personalized style to coach individuals with various disabilities as they work towards achieving their career goals. Join our team and contribute to our inclusive culture where we work towards equal opportunities for everyone at every level. Applicants require a strong work ethic and an equally as strong dedication to the quality of work produced; the consumers we serve are entitled to nothing less.
The Employment Counselor / Job Coach position will work in the community with adults with disabilities in finding appropriate job matches while providing onsite and remote training and long-term supports. Flexibility in working nights and weekends is a must; as necessary.
Have the passion and strong work ethic? Join our team and receive comprehensive training as we help individuals of all abilities achieve their vocational dreams. Are you our next Employment Counselor?
Benefits
- mileage reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
Responsibilities
Efficiently manage a caseload of consumers in order to maximize employment outcomes and long term successGive each consumer employment supports that match their goals and abilitiesProvide employment supports to consumers and employers in order to promote long term success on the jobWillingness to use own vehicle to travel throughout Monmouth County on a daily basis (mileage is reimbursed)Assist your consumers in understanding and following : work schedules, company policies and work duties, corporate culture, safety guidelines and other necessary skills needed for successModel professional workplace behaviorProvide counseling regarding social norms on the job, appropriately handling workplace conflict, and taking constructive criticismProvide advocacy resources to clients as necessaryEffectively communicate with SCHOOLS / DVRS / DDD counselors in order to provide quality servicesMaintain accurate and detailed records in compliance with accreditation and referral sourcesParticipate in team meetings as neededParticipate in continuing education credits in order to be current with best practicesProvide on the job training and follow-along supportsRequired abilities
Experience with IDD populationsGood computer skillsExcellent communication skills & customer service skillsAbility to work independentlyAbility to establish positive, collaborative relationships with consumers, parents, schools, referral sourcesWillingness to travel throughout Monmouth County to provide SE services to consumers at their employment locationsAbility to exercise good judgmentHave excellent problem-solving skillsStrong commitment to inclusionHave strong time management and organizational skillsEducation / Requirements
Bachelors Degree or Associates Degree preferred or two years experience in a related field.Valid drivers license in good standingFlexible work from home options available.
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