Senior Vocational Specialist: Complex Disability Employment

MaineHealth; Caribou (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking an Employment Specialist IV in Caribou, Maine, focused on assisting individuals with complex disabilities in finding and maintaining employment. This role involves extensive community interaction and collaboration with a mental health and rehabilitation team to support clients' career development.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree or relevant experience in vocational counseling and must hold a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification. MaineHealth offers diverse benefits including paid parental leave and student loan assistance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent bachelor's with extensive experience in vocational rehabilitation.
• Current Certified Rehabilitation Counselor or DMH Employment Specialist Certification required.
• Five years’ experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with complex disabilities to find and keep employment.
• Collaborate with a mental health clinical and rehabilitation team.
• Engage with clients and employer partners out in the community.

Skills

Complex disability counseling

Community engagement

Mental health support

Career development

Education

Master's Degree in education, counseling, or social services

Bachelor's degree plus five years' experience

Job description

MaineHealth is seeking an Employment Specialist IV in Caribou, Maine, focused on assisting individuals with complex disabilities in finding and maintaining employment. This role involves extensive community interaction and collaboration with a mental health and rehabilitation team to support clients' career development.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree or relevant experience in vocational counseling and must hold a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification. MaineHealth offers diverse benefits including paid parental leave and student loan assistance.