Employment Specialist I

PAI; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

PAI seeks an Employment Specialist I to support people we serve in the community with on-site job coaching and transportation in White Bear Lake, MN, and surrounding areas.

The role focuses on job exploration, placement services, and professional, person-centered support. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required, with pay at $20–$21 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in human services or related work with individuals with disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in community settings and on-site.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site job coaching to participants at their workplaces, ensuring they feel supported and set up for success.
• Transport participants to and from their job sites, as needed.
• Engage with participants to explore employment opportunities, develop job goals, and strengthen job-seeking skills.
• Assist in identifying potential employers and network with local businesses to build partnerships.
• Deliver services with a high level of professionalism and person-centered care.
• Provide clear communication, updates, and documentation regarding participant progress and employment goals.

Skills

Human services

Job coaching

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Driver's license

Job description

PAI is seeking a compassionate and reliable Employment Specialist I to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with the people we serve in the community, helping them succeed in their jobs and grow their skills. The Employment Specialist I focuses on on-site job coaching and transportation, while also supporting job exploration and placement services when not in the community.

Location: White Bear Lake, MN (and the surrounding metro area)

Hourly Rate: $20 – $21/hour (based on experience)

What You'll Do

• Provide on-site job coaching to participants at their workplaces, ensuring they feel supported and set up for success.
• Transport participants to and from their job sites, as needed.
• Engage with participants to explore employment opportunities, develop job goals, and strengthen job-seeking skills.
• Assist in Identifying potential employers and network with local businesses to build partnerships.
• Deliver services with a high level of professionalism and person-centered care.
• Provide clear communication, updates, and documentation regarding participant progress and employment goals.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in human services, job coaching, or related work specifically individuals with disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to support individuals with varying abilities in community job settings.
• Commitment to professionalism, reliability, and person-centered services.
• Flexibility to work in the community as well as on-site at PAI.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance are required.

Why Join PAI?

PAI offers a supportive, innovative work environment that fosters individual growth, satisfaction, and a healthy work/life balance. You'll be part of a mission-driven nonprofit that provides services to individuals with disabilities in Ramsey and Washington counties.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming work environment for people of diverse communities.

Pay Range: $20–$21/hour, depending on experience.