TANF Employment Specialist

Families Forward, a Fedcap program, is currently hiring for a full-time Employment Specialist to assist individuals receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits achieve employment goals in the Biddeford, ME area. This vocational rehabilitation position earns competitive pay of $42,000 - $52,000/yr.

In addition to competitive pay and our supportive culture, we offer our TANF Employment Specialists the following benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program
• Future mom's program
• Life insurance

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!

DAY-TO-DAY

This full-time community vocational rehabilitation position at our human services nonprofit typically works during the day.

As a TANF Employment Specialist, you get to know our program participants in order to understand their needs, strengths, interests, aptitudes, experiences, and capabilities. You build trust as you partner with them to develop a service plan known as a Family Contract Amendment (FCA). This amendment outlines their short- and long-term employment goals. In monthly meetings with participants, you document progress toward their goals and ensure they're clear on program requirements. You're quick to reach out and reschedule if they ever miss a scheduled appointment.

In collaboration with external providers, you make sure participants have access to all of the services and support they need. Utilizing our FedcapCARES program, you run reports and use the data you find to plan daily and weekly tasks. You're sure to follow up and provide support with tasks and you always uphold our policies as you work, which makes you a great representative of our nonprofit. You feel great knowing you're making a difference in our community, which is why you're perfect for this vocational rehabilitation role in our human services nonprofit!

ABOUT FAMILIES FORWARD

Founded in 1935, the Fedcap Group is the parent company of a growing number of top-tier nonprofit agencies dedicated to serving over 300,000 children and adults each year across the United States and the United Kingdom. Families Forward was created to meet the needs of the people in Maine. We're a human services organization committed to helping individuals obtain long-term economic well-being. We work hard to provide access to employment, training, education, and community resources.

Nearly 60% of our staff have lived in Maine for over 20 years. "Mainers" to the core, our team models the strong work ethic and integrity our state is known for. We value each and every employee! This is why we provide competitive compensation, robust benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

OUR IDEAL TANF EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

• Friendly - able to establish rapport and communicate easily
• Efficient - able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks with good time management skills
• Team player - collaborates well with others

If this sounds like you, keep reading about this community vocational rehabilitation position in human services!

REQUIREMENTS FOR A TANF EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

• Bachelor's degree OR higher education and 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! If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our team as a TANF Employment Specialist!

Location: 04005