Travel-Based Career Coach – Supported Employment

Merakey; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Waters & Sims, a member of the Merakey family of companies, seeks a full-time Employment Counselor to support adults with disabilities in lower Monmouth County, NJ. Travel across the region and occasional additional travel may be required to provide on-site job coaching and supports.

The role emphasizes individualized vocational planning, employer outreach, and collaboration with DVRS/DDD teams to secure competitive employment and long-term success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services, education, or psychology preferred.
• High School diploma plus 2 years in human services or education required.
• Valid Driver's license.
• 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 onsite job coaching, teach workplace skills, implement accommodations, and offer followalong support.
• Maintain accurate documentation and billing records, and coordinate with families.

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

High School diploma + 2 years experience

Job description

Waters & Sims, a member of the Merakey family of companies, seeks a full-time Employment Counselor to support adults with disabilities in lower Monmouth County, NJ. Travel across the region and occasional additional travel may be required to provide on-site job coaching and supports.

The role emphasizes individualized vocational planning, employer outreach, and collaboration with DVRS/DDD teams to secure competitive employment and long-term success.