Clinical Education and Vocational Specialist

Summary

Are you driven by the desire to make a real impact? As a Career or School Counselor, you'll be at the forefront of helping individuals with bleeding disorders overcome obstacles that have held them back. Your role is crucial in transforming lives by providing the tools, support, and encouragement needed to help patients succeed academically, professionally, and socially.

Why You'll Love It:

• Full Time
• Be part of a cutting-edge program that offers comprehensive care, including home factor infusions, 24/7 support, and specialized services like pediatric dental consultations and home visit coordination.
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with bleeding disorders.
• Engage with the latest research and treatment advancements, contributing to the development of groundbreaking approaches in bleeding disorder management.

What You'll Do:

• Enhance School Success: Assist with setting up 504 plans and IEPs and collaborate with school staff to ensure students' needs are met.
• Guide Career Paths: Provide career interest assessments, resume advice, and interview practice to open doors to fulfilling careers.
• Support Transitions: Help patients navigate the shift from high school to college or the workforce, ensuring they have the resources and confidence to thrive.
• Collaborate and Connect: Work with external programs, vocational rehabilitation services, and college disability offices to offer comprehensive support.
• Join us and be a part of a team that turns challenges into opportunities and creates lasting change.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) - "What you will need":

• Education: M.A. or M.S. in Education (specialty in rehabilitation or vocational evaluation).
• License/Certifications: C.R.C. (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor).
• Experience: Counseling theory, physical and psychological effects of disability, socio-economic affects of disability, occupational analysis, vocational evaluation and training as reflected in one to two years' experience.

Additional Information
Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.