Employment Counselor - Ocean County

Benefits:

• Laptop, cell phone, and tablet provided
• Supportive work environment
• Paid holidays (12 per year)
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Basic Life Insurance
• Referral bonus
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Position: Employment Counselor/Job Coach

Locations hiring: Monmouth, Ocean, and Middlesex County, New Jersey (you’ll be assigned to a specific county)

Salary: $42,500/year benefits paid training

Waters & Sims Employment Services has been helping individuals with disabilities find and keep meaningful employment since 1996. We're growing our team and looking for caring, motivated professionals to support job seekers in their communities.

SUMMARY:

As an Employment Counselor/Job Coach, you’ll work directly with adults with disabilities, helping them explore careers, develop workplace skills, and succeed in their jobs. You’ll be out in the community — supporting clients at job sites, meeting with employers, and working closely with schools and referral agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work 1-on-1 with clients to understand their career goals and help them reach them.
• Travel throughout the assigned county using your own vehicle.
• Provide on-the-job coaching, training, and long-term support.
• Help clients adjust to workplace routines, follow company policies, and build job skills.
• Guide clients in workplace communication, conflict resolution, and self-advocacy.
• Maintain regular communication with schools, DVRS/DDD counselors, and employers.
• Keep accurate case notes and reports to meet agency and funding requirements.
• Attend team meetings and participate in ongoing training and professional development.
  
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must live in or near one of the counties listed above and be willing to travel within that county (mileage reimbursed).
• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or 2 years of experience in a related field
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout the assigned county
• Passion and a strong work ethic
  
  
  

A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE IS:

• Willing to travel throughout the assigned county using your own vehicle.
• Experienced working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).
• A strong communicator (verbally and written) and has interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with technology and is able to complete documentation and communication digitally.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Committed to inclusion, advocacy, and empowering others.
• Dependable and takes pride in their work.
• Passionate about helping others and working with diverse populations.
• Adaptable to changing needs and situations.
• Independent and also able to work as a part of a team.
• Strong with time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Professional and maintains emotional maturity.
  
  
  

BENEFITS:

• Flexible 40-hour workweek
• 20 days of PTO per year (accrual-based)
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance (after 90 days)
• Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel
• Paid training and ongoing professional development (including College of Direct Support & Boggs Center Training)
• Laptop & phone provided
• Referral bonuses
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture