Rehab Counselor II - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Job summary

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks a full-time Rehabilitation Counselor II based at the Bangor or Houlton Career Center to support youths with disabilities aged 14-22 in Aroostook County, in schools and communities, to reach employment goals.

Responsibilities include counseling, employer outreach, partnerships in workforce development, and developing individualized rehabilitation plans with documented progress in the AWARE system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in vocational rehabilitation or related field.
• At least 2 years helping individuals with disabilities with employment.
• Experience coordinating with employers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Establish counseling relationship with consumers.
• Contact business and industry groups to place clients in jobs.
• Build partnerships within the workforce development system.
• Evaluate medical/psychological information to develop rehab plan.
• Maintain documentation using AWARE system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Problem solving

Knowledge of labor market

Remote work strategies

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in vocational rehabilitation or related field

Tools

AWARE data system

Job description

Application Details

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 Rehabilitation.

Job Class Code: 3082

Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical)

Salary: $26.36 - $33.73 (Hourly- includes a 2% stipend)

Location: Presque Isle Maine

Opening Date: October 1, 2026

Closing Date: October 19, 2026

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Position Overview

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 the Bangor or Houlton Career Center and will work with and support youth with a wide variety of disabilities, aged 14-22, in Aroostook county in schools and in the community to reach their employment goals.

Interested in learning more about the career of a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6pVu-TT8Rs

Given the nature of the job responsibilities, after a conditional offer of employment is made, certain positions may be subject to fingerprinting as part of the background process.

Primary 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.

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, [e-mail]

Benefits of Working for the State of Maine

• Work-Life Fit - 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%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.86% for Confidential employees.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Additional Information

Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.