Employment Specialist

Accord•Saint Paul, MN

10d•$20 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Accord serves individuals with disabilities and is looking for an Employment Specialist to join their team. This role involves removing barriers, creating relationships, and helping individuals find success in their lives within an ever-changing environment. The ideal candidate is organized, passionate about helping people, enjoys flexibility, and likes problem-solving.

Requirements

Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills as well as time management skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and a vehicle.
Must pass a Department of Human Services background study.
If you hold a Social Work degree, you must be currently licensed as a Social Worker as required by the Minnesota Board of Social Work.

Nice To Haves

Passion to make a difference, and the desire to learn.
A four-year bachelor’s degree in a field related to human services and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older.
An associate degree in a field related to human services and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older.
A diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older.
A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services and disabilities and four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualification identified above.

Responsibilities

Hold a caseload of individuals whom you get to know, support, and champion.
Provide flexible, individualized employment supports in three areas: Exploration/Discovery, Development, and Support.
Engage in communication with support teams, planning, and represent Accord.
Attend meetings, advocate for the person you serve, and provide them with training.
Become credentialed in the MN Employment Services field.
Go to the job sites and support the person when needed.
Organize the details- help schedule, set up transportation (which could include driving people supported in your own vehicle), talk with employers, etc.
Write reports, and maintain licensing requirements.
Explore, develop, and use creative talents to help people find work.