Job Coach - Work Therapy Technician

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus eligibility up to $2,500

Shift differential 6:00 pm–6:00 am

Job summary

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment is seeking a part-time Job Coach in Duluth, MN. You will assist individuals with cognitive or related disabilities to obtain employment, teach them their job, and provide ongoing coaching both in the community and at the program site.

The role involves liaison with local businesses, documenting progress, and ensuring adherence to licensure and accreditation standards. A $2,500 hiring bonus may apply, with shift differential offered for evening hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and understand what they read, write sample reports, do basic arithmetic, and read and interpret charts and graphs.
• Basic math skills.
• Clear communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between businesses for program and community based opportunities for program participants.
• Document supported person’s activities, progress and care by recording, summarizing and maintaining data in standard forms and reports.
• Participate in daily operations of the site to meet licensure, legal and applicable accreditation requirements and to adhere to established CBS/MSOCS policies and procedures.

Skills

Clear communication

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Reading and interpreting charts

Job description

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/17/2026
• Closing Date: 08/24/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT EMSOCS AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MSOCS DT&H North/ MSOCS DT&H North Shore Community Options
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: Yes: Transport and accompany individuals to community employment, community outings, and recreational activities.
• Salary Range: $22.62- $28.94 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Job Coach

Job Class: Work Therapy Technician

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 95488
• Location: Duluth
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/17/2026
• Closing Date: 08/24/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT EMSOCS AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MSOCS DT&H North/ MSOCS DT&H North Shore Community Options
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: Yes: Transport and accompany individuals to community employment, community outings, and recreational activities.
• Salary Range: $22.62- $28.94 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area: Duluth, MN
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

• Candidates may be eligible for up to a $2,500 hiring bonus!*

This posting will be used to fill multiple positions permanentand part-time Direct Care positions within DCT Community Based Services site in Duluth, MN. Shift Available: Rotating (day/evening combination).

We also offer shift differential for hours between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am!

The job coach assists individuals with cognitive/intellectual disabilities or related conditions in obtaining employment, teaching them their job and then provide on-going coaching while they work. Job Coaches also assist individuals in the community and at the program site to increase and develop skills through volunteer work and community activities.

Implementation of services will be in both the community and at the program site. The job coach also acts as a liaison between local businesses (employers) and program participants. This position also assists the program to meet Department of Labor, MN State licensing and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards.

Responsibilities Include

• Act as a liaison between businesses for program and community based opportunities for program participants.
• Document supported person’s activities, progress and care by recording, summarizing and maintaining data in standard forms and reports.
• Participate in daily operations of the site to meet licensure, legal and applicable accreditation requirements and to adhere to established CBS/MSOCS policies and procedures.
• Current State of Minnesota Employees are not eligible for the hiring bonus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Current and valid driver's license
• Demonstrate your ability to read and understand what they read, write sample reports, do basic arithmetic, and read and interpret charts and graphs
• Basic math skills
• Clear communication skills
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience implementing training/employment programs for individuals who have cognitive/intellectual disabilities, mental illness, chemical dependency, physical disability, brain injury and/or displaced workers.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care and Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

If you have questions about this position, contact Amanda Porath Tewald at [e-mail]

About Direct Care And Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the