MFIP Employment Counselor: Empower Families to Thrive

Project for Pride in Living; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Employer‑Paid Short‑ & Long‑Term Disab

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

HSA or FSA Options

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employera

Job summary

Project for Pride in Living in Minneapolis is seeking an MFIP Employment Counselor to provide compassionate, case-managed support to families in MFIP. You will work with participants, partners, and communities to help stabilize employment and achieve self-sufficiency using a strengths-based, person-centered approach.

The role requires relationship-building, organizational skills, and dedication to equity, with a focus on data-driven progress, on-site workshops, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field.
• Minimum two years’ experience working with low-income families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 60–70 MFIP-eligible families.
• Build long-term, trusting relationships with participants and community partners.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify participant strengths, needs, and goals.
• Collaborate with families to develop individualized plans for stability and self-sufficiency.
• Use motivational interviewing and coaching techniques to support progress and engagement.
• Coordinate employment placements, workforce training, and supportive services.
• Track participant progress through regular contact and data monitoring.
• Maintain accurate, timely case notes and documentation in online databases.
• Support and help organize on-site workshops, orientations, and community events.

Skills

Relationship building

Case management

Data entry

MS Word / Excel

HIPAA compliance

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Tools

Workforce One

MAXIS

MEC2

Job description

Project for Pride in Living in Minneapolis is seeking an MFIP Employment Counselor to provide compassionate, case-managed support to families in MFIP. You will work with participants, partners, and communities to help stabilize employment and achieve self-sufficiency using a strengths-based, person-centered approach.

The role requires relationship-building, organizational skills, and dedication to equity, with a focus on data-driven progress, on-site workshops, and community engagement.