Location: Houlton, ME
Company: Families Forward
HR & Recruiting Jobs focus on attracting, hiring, and maintaining a workforce within an organization. These roles involve a multitude of tasks such as posting job openings, screening candidates, conducting interviews, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Key characteristics include strong communication skills, the ability to handle confidential information, and a knack for understanding both organizational needs and employee well-being. HR professionals not only optimize recruitment processes but also play a vital role in shaping company culture and fostering a productive work environment.
including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, and a future mom's program, we're committed to supporting both our clients and our team members. OUR MISSION: Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Fedcap, Inc.
offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve
our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth for our production team.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST: Picture this: You start your day with a warm cup of coffee, knowing that today you're going to change lives. As an Employment Specialist, you're not just helping people find jobs; you're helping them find hope. You sit down with your first client, Sarah, and together, you map out her journey to meaningful employment. You share stories, laughter, and even a few challenges along the way. By
midday, you've connected with local employers, showcasing your network-building prowess.
You've lined up interviews for David, a talented candidate you've been mentoring. You can't help but smile, knowing you're bridging the gap between aspirations and opportunities. In the afternoon, you meet with your team to brainstorm innovative strategies, because at Families Forward, we're always striving for excellence. You leave the office knowing that tomorrow brings another chance to inspire, guide, and transform lives. THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED: Bachelor's degree or the equivalent experience Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service Valid driver's license WORK SCHEDULE & LOCATION: This is a full-time position based in Calais, ME.
You'll have the flexibility to collaborate with clients during regular business hours. Our supportive team awaits you at our Calais office, ready to work together to achieve our mission. READY TO EMBARK ON THIS REWARDING JOURNEY WITH US? If so, our initial application process is quick and easy, taking just 3 minutes of your time. It's mobile-friendly, so you can apply from virtually anywhere. After applying, our team will review your application promptly, and if you're the perfect fit, we'll be in touch to schedule an interview.
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team also enjoys great benefits , including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application.
If we have your attention, please continue reading! ABOUT FEDCAP SERVING MAINE Fedcap offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment and become self-sufficient adults. We serve thousands of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being. Our specific focus areas include case
management, work readiness, vocational and employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. We strive to make a high-outcome, life-changing, sustainable difference for the individuals and families we serve to improve their economic well-being.
Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. ARE YOU A GOOD FIT? Ask yourself: Do you have excellent customer service skills? Can you balance multiple
tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you able to maintain a positive and friendly attitude?
Do you handle confidential information with discretion? Can you work well in a collaborative environment? If so, please consider applying for this Employment Specialist position today! YOUR LIFE AS AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST This full-time customer service position in human services typically works during the day. As an Employment Specialist with our nonprofit, you're responsible for providing case management services to those receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. After establishing trust and rapport with participants, you conduct comprehensive intakes to help them understand and explore their needs, strengths, interests, aptitudes, experiences, and capabilities.
You work with participants to develop a service plan outlining their short- and long-term employment goals as well as other goals consistent with their skills, interests, and preferences. In addition, you meet with participants at least once a month to discuss their progress and provide ongoing orientation to ensure they understand their benefits and program requirements. You build effective partnerships with external providers to ensure participants have the necessary resources to succeed and make requests for additional support services as applicable.
When participants miss an appointment, you reach out and help them reschedule. You also run reports in our Fedcap CARES system and use that data to plan daily and weekly tasks. Having a job that uses your vocational rehabilitation and customer service skills to help others brings you great satisfaction, which is why you thrive in this community case management position with our human services nonprofit! WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience Demonstrated track record for providing exceptional customer service Valid driver's license Fluency in Arabic, Portuguese, Somali, French, or Lingala would be a plus, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration.
If you can meet these requirements and perform this customer service job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our vocational rehabilitation team! Location: 04412 Job Posted by Applicant Pro
We pay our Job Coach / Employment Specialist a competitive wage. Our case management team also enjoys great benefits , including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance.
Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading about this community vocational rehabilitation position! ABOUT FEDCAP SERVING MAINE Fedcap offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment and become self-sufficient adults. We serve thousands
of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational and employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support.
We strive to make a high-outcome, life-changing, sustainable difference for the individuals and families we serve to improve their economic well-being. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal
and professional growth. ARE YOU A GOOD FIT? Ask yourself: Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills?
Can you maintain a positive and professional attitude? Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Do you work well in a collaborative environment? Can you handle confidential information with discretion? Are you customer service-oriented? If so, please consider applying for this community vocational rehabilitation position to use your customer service skills with our human services nonprofit! YOUR LIFE AS A JOB COACH / EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST This full-time community case management position in human services typically works during the day.
As a Job Coach and Employment Specialist with our nonprofit, you're responsible for providing case management services to those receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. After establishing trust and rapport with participants, you conduct comprehensive intakes to help them understand and explore their needs, strengths, interests, aptitudes, experiences, and capabilities. You work with participants to develop a service plan outlining their short- and long-term employment goals as well as other goals consistent with their skills, interests, and preferences.
In addition, you meet with participants at least once a month to discuss their progress and provide ongoing orientation to ensure they understand their benefits and program requirements. You build effective partnerships with external providers to ensure participants have the necessary resources to succeed and make requests for additional support services as applicable. When participants miss an appointment, you reach out and help them reschedule. You also run reports in our Fedcap CARES system and use that data to plan daily and weekly tasks. Having a job that uses your vocational rehabilitation and customer service skills to help others brings you great satisfaction, which is why you thrive in this community case management position!
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU AS OUR JOB COACH / EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience Demonstrated track record for providing exceptional customer service Valid driver's license Covid-19 vaccination Fluency in Arabic, Portuguese, Somali, French, or Lingala would be a plus, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. If you have the right customer service skills to perform this vocational rehabilitation job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our human services nonprofit!
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and we'll reach back out as soon as we have specific roles and opportunities available. Future applicants must be within commuting distance to the Westbrook facility. Please note: this is not an application for immediate hire. This is an indication of interest so we can reach out with more information when we are able to begin hiring.
About our Westbrook, Maine farm: Vertical Harvest is currently building our four-story, 70,000-square-foot building in downtown Westbrook, with hiring and training expected to start in late 2023. Some facts about our Westbrook, Maine farm: Developed in partnership with the city of Westbrook, located in Greater Portland Designed by Portland-based architect
and engineering firm, Harriman, in partnership with GYDE Architects in Jackson, WY, co-founded by Vertical Harvest CEO Nona Yehia Slated to produce 2 million pounds of produce annually and provide fresh nutritious produce to schools, hospitals, restaurants, markets, and consumers In addition to partnerships secured with Native Maine, Sodexo Maine and Hannafords Supermarkets, Vertical Harvest Maine will be working with hospitals, corporate cafeterias, schools, chefs, restaurants, caterers.
We have broken ground in the urban center of Westbrook, Maine, commencing construction of the four-story, 70,000 sq. ft. building. Check out these links to learn and see more about Vertical Harvest: News Center Maine feature on our Westbrook, Maine facility Virtual tour of our Jackson, WY facility
