Families Forward, a Fedcap program, is currently hiring for a full-time Employment Specialist - Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator to address employment barriers and help our clients in the Lewiston, ME area achieve their career goals. This job coach position earns a competitive wage.

In addition to competitive pay and our amazing culture, we offer our Employment Specialist - Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinators medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance plan, a future moms program, and life insurance.

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why of this job coach position, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!

DAY-TO-DAY

This full-time community job coach position works the day shift.

As an Employment Specialist - Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator in human services, you build trust and rapport with program participants in our community. To understand their needs, strengths, interests, aptitudes, experiences, and capabilities, you conduct comprehensive intakes. Partnering with program participants, you help develop a service plan known as a Family Contract Amendment (FCA). This amendment outlines their short- and long-term employment goals. You then meet with each participant at least once a month to document progress toward their goals and ensure they're clear on program requirements. You're quick to reach out and reschedule if they ever miss a scheduled appointment.

You also collaborate with external providers to make sure participants have access to whatever services and support they need. You run reports in our FedcapCARES program and use the data you find to plan daily and weekly tasks. You're sure to follow up and provide support with tasks as needed. A true professional, you always uphold our nonprofit's policies as you work. Knowing you're making a difference in our community fills you with gratitude and pride, which is why you're perfect for this vocational rehabilitation role in human services!

ABOUT FAMILIES FORWARD

Founded in 1935, the Fedcap Group is the parent company of a growing number of top-tier nonprofit agencies dedicated to serving over 300,000 children and adults each year across the United States and the United Kingdom. Families Forward was created to meet the needs of the people in Maine. We're a human services organization committed to helping individuals obtain long-term economic well-being. We work hard to provide access to employment, training, education, and community resources.

Nearly 60% of our staff have lived in Maine for over 20 years. "Mainers" to the core, our team models the strong work ethic and integrity our state is known for. We value each and every employee! This is why we provide competitive compensation, robust benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

OUR IDEAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COORDINATOR

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• Excellent communicator - easily conveys ideas, both verbally and in writing
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• Discreet - handles confidential information responsibly
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• Detail-oriented - approaches tasks with thoroughness
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• Optimistic - has a positive, can-do attitude
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• Leader - understands how to support and motivate a team
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If this sounds like you, keep reading about this job coach position!

REQUIREMENTS FOR AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COORDINATOR

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• Bachelor's degree OR higher education and equivalent experience
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• Demonstrated track record for providing exceptional customer service
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• Valid driver's license
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• Covid-19 vaccination
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Fluency in Arabic, Portuguese, Somali, French, or Lingala would be a plus, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. If you meet the above requirements to be a job coach, we need you. Apply today to join our community team as an Employment Specialist - Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator!

Location: 04240