Vocational Evaluator

Families Forward, a member of The Fedcap Group, is looking for a mission-driven individual to become a Vocational Evaluator! The hired person will conduct interviews for assessments, in person, via web service or on the phone. The evaluation will inform program staff on what the most comprehensive plan of action is appropriate to meet objectives of participants we serve on an individualized basis: the ultimate goal being that they overcome barriers to meet their employment-focused plan and become “Job Ready”. This role is an integral component of the workforce development model at our  Biddeford, Maine opportunity center. Apply today to be contacted by a member of our recruiting team!

Position Key Highlights:

• Make an impact in your community!
• Earn between $22.12 and $25.79 starting pay (Depending on Experience and Skills)
• No nights. No weekends. Standard office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. 
• Comprehensive benefits package with generous PTO, sick leave and paid Holidays
• REAL opportunity for advancement supported by our ongoing professional development, training and education.
   

Position Summary: 

This tech savvy, detail-oriented, mobile member of the Education and Training team conducts in person and online academic, interest and aptitude assessments to assist participants with defining their career goals, increasing their employability, and obtaining employment. Assists participants with making well-informed decisions about further job training and education including exploration of financial considerations.

Essential Functions:

• Selects appropriate tools and administers academic, aptitude, interest inventories and other assessments for referred participants.
• Evaluates credentials attained in other countries and assesses their alignment with US/local employment and educational requirements. 
• Writes reports detailing assessment results, pertinent behavioral observations and recommendations for further education and training and employment recommendations based on research and knowledge of the local labor market. 
• Makes referrals and connects participants to job training and educational providers utilizing defined list of providers.
• Assists participants with preparing applications for job training and educational opportunities including collection of required documents and financial paperwork.
• Identifies support services needed for participants to engage in training or educational activities (Tuition, Childcare, Transportation, and others).
• Maintains participant records in FedcapCARES to ensure the participant journey is documented in accordance with contract requirements and quality standards.
• Meets with participants, other staff members and external stakeholders as needed to discuss assessment results and recommendations.
• Escalates participant and stakeholder complaints and feedback through the appropriate channels
• Conducts participant career and life skill workshops on education and job training topics, financial aid, and others.
• Conducts professional development trainings for staff on assessment topics, labor market information and others.
• Promotes Fedcap Maine positively at every opportunity with participants coworkers and external stakeholders, understanding and articulating the full services and benefits we offer to customers. 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in adult education, vocational rehabilitation, life skills coaching, human services, or related field and/or equivalent work experience.  
• Two years of case management, vocational assessment or adult career advising experience
• Or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/ Travel:

• This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but will be determined by your supervisor.
• Some travel (multiple days a month) may be required to cover duties at other opportunity center locations in local area. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: Fedcap provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.

Salary : $22 - $26