Employment Consultant Level 1

Rise, Inc.•Fridley, MN

16d•$21 - $22

About The Position

At Rise, we believe that everyone deserves opportunities to live a life filled with purpose and pride. In our employment, housing, and life-enrichment services, we support people to set and achieve their personal goals. As a nonprofit, every Rise team member is driven by our mission. That shared commitment is the foundation of a workplace that embraces a culture of learning and growth by offering extensive training, competitive salaries, and a fun work environment. We are an inspiring leader in disability services that wants to make a real difference in people’s lives! Position Summary Provide job development and retention services to people served by Rise. Assist people in developing job goals, job-seeking skills, and identifying potential employers. Network and market Rise and the people we support to business partners.

Requirements

Knowledge of supported employment field and one year of experience providing job placement and job development services preferred.
Knowledge and/or experience working with adults with a mental health diagnosis.
Ability to use electronic devices for the organization (i.e., electronic calendar, email, etc.).
Excellent organizational skills.
Applicants must comply with and pass the Department of Human Services background check (Rule 11).
Applicants must have a valid driver's license.
Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check.
As part of the hiring process, potential candidates may be required to complete the Adaptative Digital Computer Skills Assessment and pass with at least a score of productive and above.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of supported employment field and one year of experience providing job placement and job development services preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized job placement services through weekly meetings with person served to work on job seeking skills, preparing resumes and cover letters and interviewing.
Actively cultivate competitive job opportunities with businesses and employers in the community, meeting with at least 6 employers a week.
Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders including the individual’s team, businesses and employers, vocational rehabilitation services and with people with mental health diagnoses.
Equip and empower individuals to be successful in their new job opportunity through ongoing support.
Advocate on behalf of individual with employer regarding job accommodations.
Responsible for maintaining a caseload of no more than 20 people while tracking and documenting variety of data about services provided as well as billing.
Utilize person centered thinking and motivational interviewing to best engage with person served.
Meets and maintains service time requirements as determined by management.

Benefits

Wage: $21.01 - $22.06 per hour, depending on qualifications
Daytime work hours (No evenings, weekends, or major holidays)
A pathway opportunity for persons aspiring for careers in Social Work, Human Services, and/or Health Care
Medical insurance - single employee coverage less than $90/month
Dental insurance less than $17/month
Vision insurance
401(k) with a 100% vested employer match
Rise sponsored Basic Life & AD &D insurance
Voluntary Life, Short Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tuition reimbursement and Rise sponsored trainings (i.e., CPR, First Aide, and more) to help you be successful in your role
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (PTO) starts at 16 days during your first year, plus 2 floating holidays and 48 hours of ESST time per year
Employee resource groups (i.e., DEI, LGBTQ+, recognition and more).
A fun team environment that supports your professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
Rise is a PSLF-eligible employer. Your qualified student loan balance may be forgiven after 120 covered payments.