Rehabilitation Counselor I - Lewiston

Lewiston , Maine , United States | Professional & Technical | Full-time

Apply by: June 5, 2024

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Department of Labor - Division of Vocational RehabilitationJob Class Code: 3081Grade: 19 (Professional/Technical)

Salary:$40,060 - $53,372 Location: Lewiston, MEOpening Date: May 21, 2024Closing Date: June 5, 2024

Do you enjoy working with a team?

Do you have successful experience facilitating workshops or groups?

Do you like to work in a fast-paced environment and on a variety of tasks? Are you able to organize and prioritize your work independently? The Rehabilitation Counselor I may be a good career match for you!

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks candidates for a full-time Rehabilitation Counselor I. The person hired for this position will be based at the Lewiston CareerCenter and will work with and support individuals with a wide variety of disabilities of all ages to reach their employment goals. The position will have a targeted focus in supporting VR applicants through the application, intake process.

The Maine Division of Vocational Rehabilitation believes our employees should reflect the diversity of the people we serve. We welcome and encourage all applicants interested in this position and who meet the minimum qualifications to apply today!

Position may be subject to fingerprinting.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing Vocational Rehabilitation Orientation for new clients.

• Outreach to clients, families, schools, employers, providers, and other stakeholders.

• Assisting with intake appointments to gather information to support eligibility determination.

• Gathering and entering documentation into our case management system.

• Facilitating workshops and trainings for clients.

• Working with teams and individuals via Zoom and in person.

• Developing relationships with schools and providing workshops to youth.

• Supporting summer employment opportunities for youth.

This position requires:

• Knowledge of disabilities.

• Knowledge of rehabilitative services and programs.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Experience using technology.

• Flexibility and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent prioritization, organization, and time management skills.

Minimum qualifications:

A four (4) year combination of training, experience, and/or education in vocational rehabilitation program development and implementation.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Samantha Fendersonat atSamantha.j.fenderson@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.41% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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