School Based - Vocational Support Advisor

Goodwill Northern New England•Lewiston, ME

2d•$22

About The Position

Goodwill is looking for F ull time Vocational Support Advisors School Based advisors to join our staff! 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. School Based - Vocational Support Advisor: 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. Coordinates services for clients with disabilities resulting in a substantial impediment to employment, in partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DBVI) along with other internal and external programs, service providers, and community organizations. Connects customers with potential employers and communicates extensively with the Disability Services team. Initiates and maintains ongoing contact with our contract holder, a variety of relevant businesses, and team members to ensure quality services for our clients. Recruits’ companies to participate in VR services, including Work-Based Learning opportunities, informational interviews, job shadows, job site tours, and employment. Educate clients and businesses on reasonable accommodations, disability etiquette, employee/employer rights and disability disclosure. Assess client skills, need for support and disability related barriers to employment. Manages complex relationships between clients, DVR/DBVI, employers, families/guardians, school systems, case managers and all other relevant stakeholders, while maintaining client confidentiality. Manages time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet established deadlines. Candidates should be capable of working under pressure and maintaining productivity in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that all projects are completed on schedule. Responsible for submitting timely and accurate case data that supports contract measures and outcomes. Responds to client, funder, and employer needs. Demonstrates and adheres to client confidentiality policies.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalency, in combination with either:
Experience working with people with disabilities
Experience developing business relationships
Solid understanding of job search and job development techniques
Proficiency in computer-based applications and software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, iPhone application and basic data entry to maintain client flies.
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot common technical issues and adapt to new technologies as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
ACRE certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of date of hire.
Must be able to travel as required.
Valid driver’s license permitting operation of a vehicle with a safe driving record
Criminal background check that meets Agency standards

Nice To Haves

BA/BS in rehabilitation services, business, human services, human relations, or related fields with experience supporting people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Coordinates services for clients with disabilities resulting in a substantial impediment to employment, in partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DBVI) along with other internal and external programs, service providers, and community organizations.
Connects customers with potential employers and communicates extensively with the Disability Services team.
Initiates and maintains ongoing contact with our contract holder, a variety of relevant businesses, and team members to ensure quality services for our clients.
Recruits’ companies to participate in VR services, including Work-Based Learning opportunities, informational interviews, job shadows, job site tours, and employment.
Educate clients and businesses on reasonable accommodations, disability etiquette, employee/employer rights and disability disclosure.
Assess client skills, need for support and disability related barriers to employment.
Manages complex relationships between clients, DVR/DBVI, employers, families/guardians, school systems, case managers and all other relevant stakeholders, while maintaining client confidentiality.
Manages time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet established deadlines.
Responsible for submitting timely and accurate case data that supports contract measures and outcomes.
Responds to client, funder, and employer needs.
Demonstrates and adheres to client confidentiality policies.