Rehab Counselor II - Youth - Houlton/Bangor

State of Maine•Bangor, ME

11d•$25 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks a candidate for a full-time Rehabilitation Counselor II. The person hired for this position will be based at either the Bangor or Houlton Career Center and will work with and support youth, aged 14-22 in schools and in their community in Aroostook county, with a wide variety of disabilities to reach their employment goals. This position conducts extensive work with partners including individuals with disabilities, schools, educational partners, families, employers, Clubhouse, and community providers.

Requirements

Strategies to effectively work remotely.
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Flexibility 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 documentation.
Frequent local and occasional statewide travel.
A bachelor’s degree in a field related to vocational rehabilitation and 2 years of experience demonstrating knowledges and abilities in assisting individuals with disabilities, employers and other stakeholders with their employment and workforce needs.

Responsibilities

Establishing a counseling relationship and partnership with consumers.
Contacting business and industry groups, advocating for clients, and offering incentives and assistance to place clients in jobs.
Building partnerships within the workforce development system.
Evaluating and interpreting medical and psychological information, then assessing client needs and available resources to develop and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation plan leading to employment.
Maintaining accurate documentation using AWARE computer-based client data system.