Rehab Counselor

Position

Rehabilitation Counselor I – Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, State of Maine

Location:

Bangor, Maine (Hybrid telework; remote work possible from any Division of Vocational Rehabilitation office).

Grade: 19 (Professional/Technical)

Salary: $19.84 – $27.49 per hour (includes a 2% stipend)

Opening Date: 7/17/2026 & Closing Date: 7/31/2026

• Collaborate with schools, students, families, employers, and other stakeholders to deliver Pre‑Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities across the state.
• Use virtual career exploration and preparation tools with individual youth and groups.
• Gather and enter documentation into the case management system.
• Facilitate workshops and trainings for clients, both via Zoom and in person.
• Develop relationships with schools and provide workshops to youth.
• Support summer employment opportunities for youth.

• Knowledge of disabilities and best practices for working with students with disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, individuals with disabilities, families, providers, schools and employers.
• Effective oral and written communication in English.
• Experience using technology and computer applications.
• Flexibility, problem‑solving skills, and excellent prioritization, organization, and time‑management skills.
• Detailed documentation skills.
• Willingness to travel locally frequently and statewide occasionally.

A four‑year combination of training, experience, and/or education in vocational rehabilitation program development and implementation.

Questions about this position should be directed to Samantha Fenderson at samantha.j.fenderson
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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 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% 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.

Note:

Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full‑time.

The State of Maine is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.