Rehabilitation Counselor II - Business Engagement Specialist - Multiple Vacancies - Limited Period Positions - Portland

Department of Labor • Portland, OR

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Portland Vocational Rehabilitation office seeks Business Engagement Specialist candidates who will develop strong relationships with employers in Cumberland and York counties resulting in career exploration and permanent employment opportunities for clients with disabilities. These positions will work from the Portland CareerCenter at 151 Jetport Blvd. with flexibility for a hybrid, telework schedule. If you are a professional who excels at: Teamwork and professional, timely and accurate communication and documentation Identifying labor market needs and trends Understanding barriers to employment for people with disabilities This position may a great match for you!

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the local labor market.
• Ability to work well as a member of a team.
• Excellent prioritization, organization and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented and timely documentation.
• Frequent local and occasional statewide travel.
• Effectively manage a hybrid work schedule.
• A bachelor’s degree in a field related to vocational rehabilitation and 2 years’ experience demonstrating knowledge and abilities related to assisting individuals with disabilities, employers and other stakeholders with their employment and workforce needs.

Nice To Haves

• Successful experience supporting individuals with career development.
• Skilled at networking and building professional relationships with many different stakeholders.
• Enjoy helping people with disabilities achieve their career goals.

Responsibilities

• Establishing a collaborative relationship with stakeholders.
• Contacting business and industry groups, advocating for clients, and developing dual client partnerships.
• Building partnerships within the workforce development system.
• Assessing client needs, identifying available resources, and supporting clients with appropriate employment preparation activities toward achieving employment.
• Maintaining accurate documentation using the AWARE computer-based client data system.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• 12 days of sick leave
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level