Youth Employment Specialist

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota•Saint Paul, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Specialist supports youth ages 16–24 in achieving competitive, integrated employment and educational goals through person‑centered, culturally responsive employment planning, coaching, and skill development. This role promotes youth voice, self‑sufficiency, and career readiness while advancing equitable access to workforce and post‑secondary opportunities.

Requirements

1-2 years experience working with youth experiencing homelessness
Training in youth development, harm reduction, and/or trauma informed care
Familiar with computer programs and database systems.
Use of personal vehicle for agency business.
Adequate communication skills.
Ability to document accurately and complete case noting and reporting.
Time management skills.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Comply with Lutheran Social Service’s standards of confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, social work, youth development, or vocational Rehabilitation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Achieve competitive, integrated employment and educational goals through person-centered, culturally responsive employment planning, coaching, and skill development.
Promote youth voice, self-sufficiency, and career readiness.
Advance equitable access to workforce and post-secondary opportunities.
Use of personal vehicle for agency business.
Document accurately and complete case noting and reporting.
Comply with Lutheran Social Service’s standards of confidentiality.