Families Forward, a Fedcap program, is ready to hire a full-time Job Placement Specialist - Vocational Rehabilitation to become part of our team in Augusta, ME. This is a great opportunity for somebody who loves helping others. For this entry-level position, we offer a competitive wage.

WHY FAMILIES FORWARD IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

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.

AWESOME BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program
• Future mom's program
• Life insurance

ABOUT US

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.

WORK SCHEDULE FOR JOB PLACEMENT SPECIALIST - VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

This full-time entry-level position at our human services nonprofit works during the day.

YOUR ROLE AS A JOB PLACEMENT SPECIALIST

As an expert in vocational rehabilitation, your main goal is to help participants find jobs that match their skills and interests. You build relationships with employers and non-profits to create ongoing opportunities for our participants. Using our Fedcap CARES program, you plan daily and weekly tasks based on participant needs and work requirements. You also plan and host hiring and retention events, track participant progress, and maintain professional communication with all stakeholders. If you're looking for a job in human services where you can help people reach their employment goals, this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION

• Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience
• Covid-19 vaccination

Experience working as a placement specialist in a nonprofit environment would be a plus!

We are looking for someone with the following attributes:

• Organized
• Friendly
• Service-oriented
• Professional

HOW TO APPLY

If you meet our basic qualifications and are excited about this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Location: 04330