• Job Description

  Req#: VOCAT015604

  Goodwill Northern New England — good works here!

  We are looking for f ull-time School Based Vocational Support Advisor to join our team! Our advisor will work out of Mid Coast Maine! At Goodwill, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to helping individuals facing barriers to employment find meaningful work opportunities. When you join our team, you become part of a community passionate about making a positive impact.

  Here, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and diversity. We celebrate each team member's unique strengths and abilities, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Working together creates a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for our customers, clients, and fellow employees.

  Mid Coast:

  Belfast

  Rockland

  Job Summary:

  The Vocational Support Advisors will work directly with high school Juniors and Seniors with vocational rehabilitation needs, delivering an innovative school-based curriculum. In this role, you will provide program participants with career counseling, placement, and related services within the assigned geographic territory. These year-round, full-time positions are anticipated to involve at least 75% travel, with a home office base.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver an innovative school-based curriculum to high school Juniors and Seniors with vocational rehabilitation needs.
  • Provide one-on-one career counseling, placement, and related services to program participants.
  • Travel to participating schools and job sites within the assigned geographic territory.
  • Conduct small group sessions to enhance the effectiveness of vocational rehabilitation services.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma in combination with either:
    • Experience working with priority populations of the program supporting or
    • Experience developing business relationships
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • A criminal background check that meets Agency standards.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • ACRE Certified Employment Specialist.
  • BA/BS in business, human services, human relations, or related fields.

  BENEFITS:

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

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
  • Telehealth services for physical and mental well-being
  • 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT.
  • Generous PTO Plan
  • Valuable job training with growth potential
  • And more!

  What makes Goodwill NNE special is how much we care about our employees. We offer "life navigation" services, which means you can get free counseling and help if you're going through tough times. Goodwill NNE is all about creating a friendly and respectful workplace. We want everyone to be kind, open, good listeners, and supportive of each other. When you join the Goodwill NNE team, you're not just getting a job but becoming part of a community that looks out for its employees and their well-being.

  Qualifications

  Education

  Required

  High School Diploma/GED

  Licenses & Certifications

  Required

  Drive. Lic. - Class C

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  Learn more about how your donations and purchases support Goodwill's programs: https://goodwillnne.org

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