Career-Focused College Advisor

The Arc of Ocean County is looking for a Career-Focused College Advisor to provide support to 35-40 blind and vision impaired student enrollees in our EDGE program. The Career-Focused College advisor will support college students in the transitioning into independent living and career development, by offering both classroom instruction and community-based career-focused employment services.

This position is community based with requirements to be on-campus and on-site for scheduled meetings and workshops. Occasional Saturday availability is required.

Schedule: Flexible/remote; some weekends and evenings will be required.

Duties include but are not limited to;

• Manage a caseload of blind and low vision college students in assisting in the following areas: connecting with the Disability Services Office, communicating with professors, utilizing information and assistive technology, creating social connections and learning effectively. 
• Help students with work readiness/independent living skills, self-advocacy, job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, and post-secondary and transition counseling.
• Work closely with EDGE Employment Officer for all placement efforts with EDGE 2.0 students.
• Assist in all career-based workplans with the Employment Officer to include resumes, cover/thank you letters, interviewing skills, networking, competitive placement/stipend, job exploration, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred
• Proven experience with those who experience blindness or vision impairment
• Highly proficient in Microsoft and web applications
• Ability to supervise, manage, and direct program
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Social media familiarity and marketing skills preferred

Benefits

The Arc of Ocean County is Proud to Offer High Quality, Low Deductible Medical

Insurance with $0 copay and An All-Encompassing Prescription Coverage Plan.

Additionally, We Offer a Robust Dental and Vision Coverage Plan!

• Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA Coverage
• 401k with Agency Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement, Career Advancement Opportunities, Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Paid on the Job Training
• Various Other Supplemental Benefits