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Rehabilitation Counselor II - Bangor

State of Maine

Bangor, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25.23–$32.28 Per Hour
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Community Providers, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Records, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Psychology, Retirement Plan, State Government, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bangor, Maine
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Department of Labor, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Job Class Code: 3082
Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $25.23 - $32.28 (Hourly- includes a 2% stipend)
Location: Bangor, ME
Opening Date: April 15, 2026
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

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 Bangor CareerCenter.

This professional will serve clients with various disabilities 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 Counselor

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6pVu-TT8Rs

After 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:
  • 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, assessing client needs and available resources to develop and implement a comprehensive vocational rehabilitation plan leading to employment.
  • Maintaining accurate documentation using the AWARE computer-based client data system.

Required Skills and Knowledge:
  • 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 and timely documentation.
  • Frequent local and occasional statewide travel.
  • Effective independently and remotely.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in a field related to vocational rehabilitation and 2 years' experience demonstrating knowledge and abilities related to 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, DVR Director at samantha.j.fenderson@maine.gov

Benefits 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 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 13.29% of t

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