Disability Employment Specialist II

MRCI; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 2,816,000 - 3,505,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle Provided

Company laptop and cell phone

12 Paid Holidays

10 Vacation Days + 10 Sick & Safe Days

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-paid access to mental health"

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Me

Job summary

MRCI is seeking an Employment Specialist II in Mankato, MN to coach, train, and support a caseload of 30+ clients pursuing meaningful employment. You will collaborate with employers and community partners and represent the organization in a professional manner. Starting pay is $20.44–$25.44 per hour (DOE).

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm with occasional evening or weekend flexibility. Benefits include holidays, vacation and sick time, health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and

Qualifications

• A High School diploma/equivalent or an Associate’s degree, plus two years of related work experience OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to service provision, plus a minimum of one year of related work experience working with persons with developmental disabilities or related conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform employment activities for a caseload of 30+ clients to include, but not limited to, receiving referrals and skill-training through employment assessment, placement and follow-a-long.
• Complete and maintain client paperwork and billing as required by all licensing and/or accreditation regulations and agency policies.
• Develop and maintain relationships including a wide range of audiences with varied interests such as clients, client team members, funding sources, employers and community members.
• Facilitate job skills training programs.
• Maintain a professional network that is knowledgeable about multiple industries.
• Prioritize competing relationships to best meet all customer needs.
• Utilize technology and processes to ensure timely communication.
• Serve as an ambassador for MRCI in community functions, presentations and involvement.
• Work independently and/or remotely and do so while collaborating with a team and meeting personal goals.
• Transport clients in business vehicle.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-management

Driver's license

Computer skills

Customer service experience

Sales experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

MRCI is seeking an Employment Specialist II in Mankato, MN to coach, train, and support a caseload of 30+ clients pursuing meaningful employment. You will collaborate with employers and community partners and represent the organization in a professional manner. Starting pay is $20.44–$25.44 per hour (DOE).

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm with occasional evening or weekend flexibility. Benefits include holidays, vacation and sick time, health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and