Rehabilitation Services Manager jobs in Maine

Department of Labor, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Job Class Code: 3086
Grade: 27 (Supervisory)
Salary: $60,132 - $81,640
Location: Augusta

Opening Date: April 12, 2024

Closing Date:  April 29, 2024

Pathways to Partnerships Grant Manager

This time-limited position will be responsible for the management of a 5-year grant awarded to the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation through September 2028. The “Pathways to Partnerships” grant’s goals include strengthening of interagency collaboration and services for children and youth ages 10-24 with disabilities leading to positive post-secondary outcomes in education, employment and independent living. 

May be subject to fingerprinting

Primary responsibilities include:  

• Develops, coordinates, and administers grants and contracts in order to manage resources within fiscal constraints and client service needs
• Reviews, monitors, and evaluates delivery of services and budget expenditures and projections in order to ensure established grant goals, objectives, and standards are attained.
• Provides supervision to the  grant’s Rehabilitation Counselor I to ensure grant activities are being carried out appropriately
• Consults and confers with  state and federal officials, and technical assistance and evaluation partners  in order to ensure service resource availability.
• Drafts, reviews and submits fiscal and programmatic reports to meet grant requirements.

   

Skills or knowledge required:

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations applicable to and administered by the agency.
• Knowledge of Bureau policies, goals, and objectives.
• Knowledge of  best practices in serving youth with disabilities
• Knowledge of employment resources and practices.
• Knowledge of training needs and resources.
• Knowledge of public administration.
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to oversee, coordinate, and appraise the work of subordinate staff.
• Ability to manage financial resources.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and explain complex information.
• Ability to use applicable computer programs.

Minimum qualifications:

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Libby Stone-Sterling at Libby.stone-sterling@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3 weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees. 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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