Job Information
Care Plus NJ PACES Counselor in Rochelle Park, New Jersey
PACES Counselor
Organizational Overview:
CarePlus New Jersey continues to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
Job Summary:
You will provide assessment related to youth's educational and occupational goals to help them attain long-term success, help develop academic and soft skills, arrange supplemental instruction for continued support, and connect clients to resources and additional programs. You will also promote and schedule job interviews and college tours, and deliver ongoing attention to support concerning financial aid, navigation, and relationship development.
What You Will Do:
Work with 26 high school and/or college students in developing an enhancing academic skill, applying to colleges, trade schools, financial aid
Be a facilitator for clients educational needs
Travel to young adults residing in the Northern Region of the state (Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris, Warren and Sussex)
Assist young adults secure and maintain employment, including job searches, resume building, and roleplaying interviews
Teach and model soft skills training, such as communication, professionalism, organization, study skills and self-advocacy
Communicate with system partners, including DCPP, CMO, and schools, to work toward assisting the students in reaching their short and long-term goals
What We Need to See:
Master's degree in education, school counseling, or other related field from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years' experience providing services to children and families in crisis or educational process
Valid state driver's license required and must be insurable by Agency's automobile insurance
Spanish speaking preferred
What We Offer:
401K
High plan insurance at a generous cost
Union benefits
Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
Per diem opportunities
Excellent supervision and training
Continuing education, tuition reimbursement and eligibility for loan forgiveness
10% daycare discount
About CarePlus New Jersey:
CPNJ embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion in all of it policies and procedures. Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination.We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.