Employment Counselor

Merakey • North Brunswick Township, NJ

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Waters & Sims, a member of the Merakey family of companies, empowers people living with disabilities to live, work, and integrate successfully into the community. This is a full-time Employment Counselor position within the Supported Employment Services team in Middlesex County, NJ. The role involves providing individualized vocational support to adults with disabilities referred through the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). The position focuses on assisting individuals in exploring career interests, developing job readiness skills, securing competitive integrated employment, and maintaining long-term job success. The Employment Specialist collaborates with consumers, families, employers, and community partners to identify opportunities, advocate for workplace inclusion, and provide on-the-job training and supports.

Requirements

• High School diploma plus 2 years' experience in human services or education, required
• Valid Driver's license
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30lbs
• Must be able to stand for a period of time
• Must have a flexible schedule to work nights and weekends if needed

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, psychology preferred
• Bilingual or Spanish is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational assessments and develop individualized employment plans for DVRS/DDD consumers
• Identify employment barriers and create strategies to address them
• Build relationships with employers, match consumers to suitable jobs, and educate businesses on DVRS/DDD programs
• Provide on-site job coaching, teach workplace skills, implement accommodations, and offer follow-along support
• Maintain accurate documentation in SETWORKS, complete billing and reports, and collaborate with families and natural supports
• Provide travel training, assist with route planning, and support community navigation
• Communicate regularly with DVRS counselors, employers, families, and attend required team meetings
• Complete administrative tasks including submitting calendars/timecards, tracking mileage, meeting billable hour requirements, and attending mandatory trainings

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth contribution options.
• DailyPay, providing access to your pay when you need it.
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Care.com access for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling and legal and financial resources through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle services.
• Free personal and professional development courses through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED