Employment Counselor
About The Position
WCMHS is seeking an Employment Counselor who plays a meaningful role in helping individuals with developmental disabilities and autism build confidence, develop skills, and achieve success in the workplace. By providing individualized guidance, hands-on coaching, and ongoing support, this role helps people secure and sustain meaningful community-based employment. Through close collaboration with job seekers, employers, and support teams, the Employment Coach promotes inclusive workplaces where individuals can thrive, contributing to greater independence, purpose, and long-term career growth.
Requirements
- Experience in supported employment highly preferable
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have clean driving record and consistent, work-day access to a safe, insured vehicle
- Knowledge of issues confronting the employment of people with disabilities and other diverse and vulnerable populations
- Open, direct, honest and clear communication style with ability to exercise discretion and tact
- Strong writing and organizational skills
- Flexible and team-oriented, with good listening skills
- Must be able to deliver services and complete required documentation in English
Responsibilities
- Support individuals in identifying career goals through assessments, guided conversations, and job exploration activities
- Assist with resume development, interview preparation, and job-seeking strategies tailored to individual strengths
- Provide initial job training and ongoing coaching to employees and employers to promote successful placements and retention
- Collaborate with businesses to implement accommodations and conduct regular check-ins; deliver follow-along services such as benefits counseling and Social Security reporting
- Develop and monitor employment plans in coordination with Individualized Service Agreements (ISAs)
- Supervise participants in agency-operated work programs and contribute to a safe, inclusive work environment
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision
- retirement
- generous paid time off package that includes flexible holidays and 12 vacation days earned in your first year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
