Employment Specialist II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Opportunity Partners is seeking an Employment Specialist II to support individuals with disabilities in securing community-based employment in East Metro communities (North St Paul, Woodbury, St Paul). The role focuses on skill building, independence, and coordinated support planning through a person-centered Employment Plan.

Responsibilities include intake, on-site training, case management, and liaising with employers and IDT members to ensure successful placements and ongoing services.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s license.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus one year of experience preferred.
• Associate degree in a related field plus two years of experience preferred.
• Diploma in a related field plus three years of experience preferred.
• Minimum 50 hours of education and training related to human services plus four years of full-time experience with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with securing community-based employment according to their preferences and the Employment Plan.
• Assess and document the need for support/training and provide on-site training as needed.
• Provide case management so services are initiated, evaluated, and communicated effectively to stakeholders.
• Develop and coordinate a support plan that identifies employment strengths to enable independent employment.
• Market services to potential employers and referral sources to obtain placements and related services.
• Complete intake and annual paperwork to meet billing requirements.
• Assist individuals in developing work skills in real-life situations and help them find meaningful work.
• Grow and develop social skills through employment and community activities.

Skills

Valid Driver’s license

Education

Baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health

Associate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health

Diploma in a field related to human services, education, or health

Job description

Why Opportunity Partners?

As one of the most respected nonprofits in the Twin Cities, Opportunity Partners delivers award-winning, mission-driven services for adults with disabilities. When you work at Opportunity Partners, you Do Work That Matters – you improve the lives of individuals and families in our community. The important work you do brings joy to others and gives you a feeling of accomplishment and fulfillment.

We’re seeking caring and dedicated individuals who want to Do Work That Matters by supporting people in employment, enrichment, or residential settings. Our inclusive, supportive work environment values and celebrates employees, along with the people we serve.

Our staff enjoy full benefits, opportunities for career growth, and flexible work schedules designed to support a healthy work-life balance. Choose one of our multiple locations throughout Minneapolis and its suburbs.

Become a team member and Do Work That Matters.

Job Summary:

As an Employment Specialist II, you will coordinate and help support our people with disabilities with independent employment in the East Metro: North St Paul, Woodbury, and St Paul community. You will help our people with disabilities grow their skills and gain independence to the greatest extent possible.

• Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Wage: $19.00 to $20.25 per hour based upon years of experience

How will you make a difference?

As part of team, you will help our people with disabilities in the following areas:

• Assist individuals with securing community-based employment according to their preferences and as agreed in the Employment Plan.
• Assess and document the need for support/training and providing on-site training according to the individuals preferences and needs.
• 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

What will you bring to Opportunity Partners?

A desire to make a difference in the lives of our people with disabilities!

• Valid Driver’s license
• A designated coordinator may have a baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children.
• A designated coordinator may have an associate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older, or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children.
• A designated coordinator may have a diploma in a field related to human services, education, or health from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 or older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children.
• A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services, education, or health and four years full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children and is under the supervision of staff person who meets the designated coordinator qualifications listed above.

Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.