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County of Monmouth

Employment Counselor - WFNJ

Pay: $60,250/yr
Posted: 07/09/2026
Location: Neptune City, NJ (Onsite)
Last Updated: 6 days ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$39,819 / year median in New Jersey

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Employment Counselor
  • WFNJ 3.6 3.6
    out of 5 stars 60 N Taylor Ave, Neptune City, NJ 07753 $60,250 a year
  • Full-time County of Monmouth 55 reviews $60,250 a year
  • Full-time Salary $60,250.
00 Annually Location 60 N. Taylor Avenue, Neptune, NJ 07753 Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2026-31 Department Workforce Development Opening Date 06/10/2026 Description Serving under the Workforce Development Office (One Stop Career Center) the Employment Counselor will communicate with Social Service Agencies as well as organizations and clients, provide guidance and counseling to clients and place clients into suitable jobs. Job responsibilities are, but not limited to: Interview prospective clients and assist them in completing the certification and application process Schedule clients for testing and assessments Maintain essential files and records for participants Assist clients with job search Provide case management, counseling and support to clients Must have a valid NJ Driver's License. Please be advised, all Monmouth County positions are on site. There are no provisions for work remotely. Monmouth County offers generous health and wellness benefits to full-time employees and their eligible dependents. Competitive plans include medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and an award-winning wellness program. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week over the course of a year may also elect these benefits. Eligible employees
  • are enrolled in the New Jersey State Pension and Group Life Insurance, and enjoy a bank of vacation, personal, and sick days as well as a substantial paid holiday package. Additional retirement/deferred compensation plans
  • 457 (b), short-term disabiity, whole life insurance, cancer, critical illness, and accident plans are also available as voluntary benefits.
Monmouth County is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
Go to:
https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more information. Seasonal and temporary employees are not eligible.