Counselor

Counselor I

Work Hours: 35 Hours
Lunch Hours: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (Unpaid)
Location: Sussex County One-Stop Center, Newton, NJ 07860.
Please preface closer to our office location or the surrounding Morris and Sussex Counties.

The interview and training (if chosen) will take place in Morris Plains (1 Medical Drive) and then transition to the Sussex location after a period of time to be determined by our agency.

Job Overview

We are seeking a professional, detail-oriented, and client-focused Employment Counselor/Case Manager to join our WFNJ Program team. This role requires someone who can work within a structured system while also taking a creative, solution-oriented approach to helping clients.

You’ll serve participants in both Morris and Sussex Counties, meeting clients in person, and supporting them as they move toward employment and self-sufficiency. The right candidate will be a strong communicator who can collaborate with colleagues, maintain professional social work boundaries, and keep supervisors informed in real time. Comfort with technology, adaptability, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities are key.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client intake and assess work readiness.
• Develop Individual Responsibility Plans (IRPs) and guide clients through critical documents.
• Match clients with activities that meet WFNJ work requirements, and refer to supportive services when needed.
• Provide career and employment counseling.
• Enter and update client data in AOSOS, and document progress with accurate, detailed counselor notes.
• Maintain thorough, confidential client files.
• Process timesheets and job search logs.
• Monitor participation and follow up with clients on required activities.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors, keeping them updated on client issues and program needs in real time.
• Collaborate with the One-Stop Career Center, Social Services staff, community agencies, and WFNJ providers.
• Recommend sanctioning action when clients are not in compliance.
• Attend Fair Hearings as required.
• Represent Employment and Training Services at meetings and events.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed, such as scheduling, playing a role in Community Work Experience Program (CWEP), and working with vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field (required).
• Previous experience in social services, human services, or related fields.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain professional social work boundaries with clients.
• Proficiency with technology and software; strong knowledge of PC Office tools.
• Familiarity with WFNJ and One-Stop Career Center programs, systems, and services preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Creative, solution-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-changing environment.
• Comfortable navigating complex systems and finding practical solutions.
• Willingness to learn new technology tools and processes.
• Client-centered approach with a focus on positive outcomes.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22