Community-Based Employment Specialist

State of Minnesota; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

The State of Minnesota is seeking an Employment Specialist to support program participants in Virginia, MN, helping them obtain work through Customized Employment and ongoing workplace support.

You will collaborate with employers, coordinate community sites for assessments, and provide guidance to participants to achieve successful employment outcomes. This part-time role offers meaningful work with strong state-wide impact.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Basic math skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Clear communication skills to understand and communicate complex employment services with community members, employers and teams.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to create word documents, receive and respond to email.
• Ability to read and write English.
• One year experience implementing training/employment programs for individuals with disabilities, mental illness, or brain injury.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between local employers and program participants for community-based employment opportunities.
• Obtain and set up sites for work assessments, job try-outs, internships, and volunteer opportunities.
• Assist participants in finding, obtaining, teaching, and providing ongoing support for community jobs.
• Facilitate problem resolution among individuals, families, case managers, staff and others to coordinate supports.
• Help the program meet Department of Labor, MN licensing and CARF standards.

Skills

Clear communication

Basic math

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Disability services exp

Job description

The State of Minnesota is seeking an Employment Specialist to support program participants in Virginia, MN, helping them obtain work through Customized Employment and ongoing workplace support.

You will collaborate with employers, coordinate community sites for assessments, and provide guidance to participants to achieve successful employment outcomes. This part-time role offers meaningful work with strong state-wide impact.