Employment Development Specialist

Partnership Resources•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping people make their dreams come true? So are we! Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a full-time Employment Development Specialist to provide person-centered job placement services for adults who have developmental and intellectual disabilities. The Employment Development Specialist is an integral part our Employment Services team and is responsible for assisting individuals in finding employment across the Twin Cities/West Metro. We are seeking a confident go-getter skilled at making connections, collaboratively working with businesses, and helping individuals make their employment dreams come alive. This full-time, in-person role based out of NE Minneapolis has a Monday-Friday daytime schedule. Work hours will flux depending on needs, but generally occur between 8 AM 4 PM. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Regular use of your personal vehicle is required.

Requirements

Knowledge of employment services and a minimum of 1 year experience providing job placement, development or support services
Excellent organizational skills
Strong verbal, written and electronic communication skills
Ability to use personal vehicle to travel throughout the Twin Cities/West Metro, between businesses and office locations is required
Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle as needed (for example, to an interview). Must be able to comply with PRIs Transportation Policy. Mileage reimbursement is provided
Ability to work independently and effectively as a team member
Intermediate computer and technology skills, including keyboarding skills, internet navigation, email use, word processing, data entry, charts, multimedia, spreadsheets, databases, file management, and mobile applications on a tablet/smartphone
Must be able to pass a background check with the Minnesota Department of Human Services
Must be able to push/pull/lift 21-50 pounds
Ability to withstand 6 or more hours of standing or walking in an 8-hour workday

Nice To Haves

Experience working with vulnerable populations preferred

Responsibilities

Provide individualized & person-centered job placement services
Empower individuals to be successful in their job search through: Meetings to identify job preferences, strengths and experience Working on job seeking skills such as preparing and updating resumes/cover letters, interviewing, and using community resources
Advocate for individuals with local employers to create a job match
Identify, arrange and train individuals as needed in using transportation services so that individuals can get to their job
After someone obtains employment, support them through orientation and facilitate a transition plan for their Job Coach to provide ongoing supports to the person served so that they can be successful at work long-term
Actively cultivate competitive job opportunities with businesses in the community
Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders including persons served, their support team, prospective businesses, current employers, and Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS)
Responsible for maintaining a rotating caseload of individuals
Complete a variety of documentation about services provided, including but not limited to billing documentation, log notes, outcomes data, and progress reviews
Provide back-up support across teams as needed