Rehab Counselor II - Bangor

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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: Bangor, ME
Opening Date: November 13, 2026
Closing Date:  December 1, 2026

Currently, 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 Bangor CareerCenter. 

This professional will serve clients with various disabilities in Penobscot county 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. 

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Primary responsibilities include:  

• • 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, samantha.j.fenderson@maine.gov

To request a paper application, please contact Stephanie Hayes via email at recruiting.sesc@maine.gov