Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week Hours: Monday-Friday, between 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Do you enjoy helping people reach their goals while building strong connections in the community? As an Employment Specialist, you'll help individuals receiving behavioral health services find and maintain meaningful employment. You'll work one-on-one with job seekers, connect with local employers, and collaborate with community partners to create opportunities that support long-term success.
Meet with individuals to discuss career interests, skills, strengths, and job goals. Help participants search for jobs, prepare resumes, and practice interview skills. Build relationships with local employers and identify job opportunities.
Connect individuals with community resources that support employment success. Provide coaching and support before, during, and after job placement. Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, and support networks.
Maintain documentation and track participant progress. Advocate for inclusive employment opportunities throughout the community. Why This Role Matters Employment can be a powerful step toward greater independence, confidence, and well-being.
In this role, you'll help individuals overcome barriers, achieve personal goals, and build meaningful careers. You'll serve communities throughout Cumberland County, one of Maine's most diverse and economically vibrant regions. With opportunities across healthcare, education, hospitality, technology, manufacturing, and the skilled trades, you'll help connect people with meaningful work while supporting local workforce needs.
If you're passionate about helping others, building community partnerships, and making a direct impact in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Master's Degree in education, counseling, or social services or Bachelor's degree plus five years' experience in vocational counseling / rehabilitation required. License/Certifications: Current Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and/or DMH Employment Specialist Certification or obtain certification within six months from hire date required.
Five years' experience in related field required. Additional Information MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $66,123.20 to $89,481.60 per year. Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE). In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
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