Rehab Counselor II - Augusta

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Department of Labor, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Division of Vocational RehabilitationJob Class Code: 3082Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical)Salary: $26.36 - $33.73 (Hourly- includes a 2% stipend)Location: Augusta, MEOpening Date: November 2, 2026Closing Date: November 17, 2026Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.Do you enjoy helping others achieve their goals?

• Are you a professional seeking an opportunity to work in a supportive team environment?
• Are you a skilled communicator who enjoys thinking creatively, having autonomy in your work, and developing strong partnerships?
• Are you able to effectively organize and prioritize multiple tasks and manage details successfully?

If so, the Rehabilitation Counselor II position may be a great match for you!The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks qualified candidates for a full-time Rehabilitation Counselor II position. The candidate selected for this position will work from the Vocational Rehabilitation office co-located with the Augusta CareerCenter. This professional will serve adult clients with various disabilities in Knox and Lincoln counties to achieve their employment goals and conduct extensive work with partners including individuals with disabilities, families, employers, Clubhouse, and community providers. Learn more about the role of a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselorhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6pVu-TT8RsAfter a conditional offer of employment is made, certain positions may be subject to fingerprinting as part of the background process given the responsibilities of the RCII position. Primary responsibilities include:

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

Skills or knowledge required:

• 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.

Minimum qualifications: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.Contact information:Questions about this position should be directed to Samantha Fenderson, samantha.j.fenderson@maine.govBenefits 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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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.
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