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Join Goodwill NNE as a Vocational Rehabilitation Career Advisor as we work together to expand workforce services to individuals with disabilities who are accessing Vocational Rehabilitation services. As a Career Advisor you will work one-on-one with clients to develop and support their career goals.

Your schedule can be flexible while meeting the needs of your clients. You will be expected to meet “live” as well as remotely with your clients to assess job competencies and barriers, working toward both short-term and long-term employment and training related goals, and connecting your clients with opportunities that result in sustainable employment. This is rewarding work, sharing in the successes of your clients is priceless.

Working Hours: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday, business hours, occasional evening/nights may be required, Travel required within a specific region of Maine corresponding to base office location. This position is based in the Midcoast (Waldoboro/Bath/Topsham) region of MidCoast Maine

Job Summary:

Works with customers/clients who have disabilities to assess work related abilities, skills and knowledge while assisting the customer in developing and carrying out a plan which may include job readiness, job seeking skills, job placement and job coaching, etc . Builds and maintains partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Establishes and maintains connections and relationships with community businesses to promote and further the Agencies services.

• Coordinates services for participants with other internal and external programs, service providers, community organizations and training providers.
• Prepares and maintains accurate customer file along with personal plans, progress summaries, progress case notes and other documentation as needed.
• Works closely with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired to realize the customers vocational goals.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to travel as required to worksites, training locations, partner agencies and client access points
• Must be able to use all computer technology and programming, ie. Microsoft systems and databases
• Valid driver’s license permitting operation of a vehicle with a safe driving record
• Criminal background check that meets Agency standards
• Ability to engage employers “live” for job development (i.e. cold calling)

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BS in business, human services, human relations or related fields
• Experience supporting clients with barriers to employment
• Fluency in American Sign Language and multi-lingual, as well as knowledge of blind and visually impaired and hard of hearing and deaf cultures a strong plus.

In addition to employment that is fulfilling, meaningful and supportive, Goodwill employees also receive:

• Medical, Dental, Life and Vision insurance offered
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Paid Holidays
• 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
• Valuable job training with growth potential
• Discount on personal cell phone plans
• Local community discounts

Experience

• Knowledge of blind and visually impaired and hard of hearing, and deaf cultures.
• Commitment to serving individuals with disabilities.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or better

• Bachelor's Degree - Related field or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Drive. Lic. - Class C

Skills

• Customer Service
• American Sign Language
• Goal Setting
• Problem Solving
• Empathy
• Documentation
• Confidentiality
• Communication - written
• Communication - verbal

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization