Vocational Coverage Specialist

Placement Partners; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Telehealth

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Referral program

401k matching

Job summary

Placement Partners is seeking a Vocational Coverage Specialist in Edina, MN to help adults with developmental disabilities pursue competitive community employment. You will meet clients in the community, assist with resumes and applications, and coach individuals for successful interviews and job retention.

You’ll document services, track progress toward goals, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver person-centered support that builds independence and meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver’s license with reliable vehicle is preferred.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with consumers in the community to explore career interests and employment opportunities.
• Assist with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation.
• Provide on-the-job coaching and ongoing support to maintain employment and address workplace challenges.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and document services; track progress toward goals.
• Support community integration and life skills development through person-centered support.

Skills

Resume support

Interview prep

Job coaching

Community-based work

Advocacy skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Placement Partners provides community-based vocational and residential services to adults with developmental disabilities, TBI, and others requiring assistance to work and live independently. Over the years, we have earned a reputation for providing outstanding human services and endeavor to meet each challenge with a positive approach. We invite you to join our group of enthusiastic and dedicated employees who strive each day to improve the lives of others and enjoy their success. Join Placement Partners today, and help us create a better tomorrow!

About the Role

A day in the life of a Vocational Coverage Specialist is dynamic, community-based, and focused on helping individuals with disabilities build independence and succeed in employment. Each day may include meeting with consumers in the community to explore career interests, assisting with resumes and job applications, practicing interview skills, and accompanying individuals to employer meetings or interviews. The role also includes providing ongoing job coaching and support to help consumers maintain employment, solve workplace challenges, and build self-advocacy skills. Between appointments, the Coverage Specialist documents services, tracks progress toward goals, coordinates with interdisciplinary team members, and adjusts schedules to meet changing consumer needs—all while delivering person-centered support that empowers individuals to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Job Duties:

• Support individuals with disabilities in exploring career interests and securing competitive community employment through assessments, job search support, and employment planning.
• Provide individualized job development services including resume creation, employer outreach, application assistance, interview preparation, and job offer guidance.
• Deliver on-the-job coaching and mentoring by supporting onboarding, workplace success, scheduling, transportation, and barrier resolution.
• Promote long-term employment retention through ongoing training, advocacy, problem-solving support, and coordination with employers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate community integration and life skills development through person-centered support, community engagement, social skills training, and progress tracking.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18, have a high school diploma/GED, a valid driver's license with a reliable vehicle, and proof of up-to-date auto insurance. Prior experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities in a social services field is not required but preferred.

Benefits:

• Health insurance reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Telehealth service
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• 401k matching up to 5%