Community Employment Specialist II

Opportunity Partners; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunity Partners in Minneapolis, MN seeks an Employment Specialist II to coordinate and support people with disabilities in obtaining community-based employment. You will help participants grow their skills and gain independence to the greatest extent possible. Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Wage: $19.50–$20.50 per hour based on experience. This role includes on-site training, case management, outreach to employers, intake and billing paperwork, and helping individuals achieve

Qualifications

• Driver’s license required.
• Experience in direct care for persons with disabilities or older adults preferred.
• Ability to assess support needs and coordinate training.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with securing community-based employment according to their preferences and Employment Plan.
• Assess and document the need for support and provide on-site training.
• Provides case management so that services are initiated, provided, evaluated and communicated effectively both internally and to IDT members.
• Develop and coordinate a support plan that identifies the employment strengths to make people with disabilities successful in their independent employment.
• Markets services to potential employers to assist people with disabilities in obtaining and securing community-based independent employment. Markets services to both external and internal referral sources to obtain referrals for placement and other related services.
• Complete intake and annual paperwork to meet billing requirements.
• Assist our people with disabilities develop and enhance their work skills in real life situations
• Bring meaning to their lives by having a job that they enjoy
• Grow and develop their social skills

Skills

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in human services/education/health

Associate degree in related field

Diploma in related field

Job description

Opportunity Partners in Minneapolis, MN seeks an Employment Specialist II to coordinate and support people with disabilities in obtaining community-based employment. You will help participants grow their skills and gain independence to the greatest extent possible. Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Wage: $19.50–$20.50 per hour based on experience. This role includes on-site training, case management, outreach to employers, intake and billing paperwork, and helping individuals achieve