What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Counselor position at Waters & Sims Employment Services, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
We have been providing Supported Employment services to consumers with disabilities in Monmouth, Ocean, and Middlesex counties since 1996. We are currently looking to add to our dynamic team in Middlesex & Somerset Counties any potential candidates will live in and be willing to travel throughout Middlesex & Somerset Counties.
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.
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?
Responsibilities :
- Efficiently manage a caseload of consumers in order to maximize employment outcomes and long term success
- Give each consumer employment supports that match their goals and abilities
- Provide employment supports to consumers and employers in order to promote long term success on the job
- Willingness to use own vehicle to travel throughout Middlesex & Somerset Counties 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 success
- Model professional workplace behavior
- Provide counseling regarding social norms on the job, appropriately handling workplace conflict, and taking constructive criticism.
- Provide advocacy resources to clients as necessary
- Effectively communicate with SCHOOLS / DVRS / DDD counselors in order to provide quality services
- Maintain accurate and detailed records in compliance with accreditation and referral sources
- Participate in team meetings as needed
- Participate in continuing education credits in order to be current with best practices
- Provide on the job training and follow-along supports
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