Rehabilitation Counselor - Augusta

Department of Labor – Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Job Class Code: 3081 Grade: 19 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $20.24 - $28.04 per hour (includes 2% stipend)

Location:

Augusta
Opening Date:
July 21, 2026
Closing Date:
August 4, 2026

Rehabilitation Counselor I

• Collaborate with schools, students, families, employers, and other stakeholders to deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services to students 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.
• Work with teams and individuals via Zoom and in person.
• Develop relationships with schools and provide workshops to youth.
• Support summer employment opportunities for youth.

• Knowledge of disabilities.
• Knowledge of best practices in working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, individuals with disabilities, families, providers, schools, and employers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience using technology.
• Flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent prioritization, organization, and time-management skills.
• Attention to detailed documentation.
• Experience working in community and in schools.
• Frequent local and occasional statewide travel.

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: samantha.j.fenderson

• 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually.
• Health insurance coverage:
  State of Maine pays 85–95% of employee-only premiums.
• Dental insurance:
  State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums.
• Retirement plan:
  State contributes an equivalent 14.11% (or 18.91% for confidential employees) of pay towards Maine Public Employees Retirement System.
• Wide range of wellness benefits available to state employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment for applicants of all backgrounds, including race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status, or genetics.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.