Rehab Counselor I

Department of Labor; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

The Department of Labor seeks a Rehabilitation Counselor I to provide vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities in the Portland area. The role is based in Bangor/Portland/Augusta as openings allow, and involves coordinating documentation, workshops, and case management activities.

You will work in a team within the Portland Vocational Rehabilitation office, leveraging Zoom for remote interactions and supporting clients through individualized planning while meeting

Qualifications

• A four-year combination of training, experience, and/or education in vocational rehabilitation program development and implementation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Proficient in the use of technology, computer programs, and office equipment.
• Effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability; able to handle changing priorities.
• Local and occasional statewide travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Managing and completing various clerical tasks including but not limited to mail handling and documentation.
• Completing orders (hearing aid, supply, etc.).
• Requesting and tracking documentation (invoices, medical information, etc.).
• Completing reports and meeting deadlines.
• Managing updates and maintenance for office equipment.
• Working within a paperless office environment.
• Gathering, entering, and attaching documentation into a case management system.
• Facilitating workshops and VR Orientation sessions for clients.
• Working with teams and individuals in-person and via ZOOM.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

Disabilities knowledge

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Organization & time mgmt

Tech literacy

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Flexibility & adaptability

Travel (local/statewide)

Education

Four-year vocational rehab education/experience

Job description

Department of Labor Job Class Code: 3088 Grade: 19 (Professional/Technical) Salary: $21.15 - $29.31/Annually *Salary includes 2% Stipend Location of Position: Bangor, Portland, Augusta depending on successful candidate Opening Date: October 28, 2026 Closing Date: November 12, 2026 Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Do you enjoy working as part of a team to support multiple stakeholders? Are you a strong problem-solver who can identify important details? Are you proficient with using various types of technology and programs? Are you able to organize and prioritize your work independently? If so, the Rehabilitation Counselor I position may be a good career match for you!

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks candidates for a Rehabilitation Counselor I position. This is professional services work involving vocational rehabilitation with persons having disabilities that create barriers to employment. The professional hired for this position will work in the Portland Vocational Rehabilitation office located at 151 Jetport Blvd.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Managing and completing various clerical tasks including but not limited to.


• Incoming/Outgoing Mail


• Completing various types of orders (hearing aid, supply, etc.)


• Requesting and tracking documentation (invoices, medical information, etc.)


• Completing reports and meeting deadlines


• Managing updates and maintenance for office equipment (e.g., copier, scanner, postage machine, etc.)


• Working within a paperless office environment


• Gathering, entering, and attaching documentation into a case management system


• Facilitating workshops and conducting VR Orientation sessions for clients


• Working with teams and individuals in-person and via ZOOM

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of disabilities and best practices when working with persons with disabilities


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, individuals with disabilities, families, providers, schools, employers and other vendors


• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)


• Strong interpersonal skills


• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills


• Proficient in the use of technology, computer programs, and office equipment


• Effective problem-solving skills


• Attention to detail


• Clear, concise and accurate documentation skills


• Flexibility and adaptability


• Local and occasional statewide travel is required

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

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

• 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.


• 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 ($365.28 annual value).


• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% 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 forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.


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


• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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.

Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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