Eligible for bonus up to $3,000!
****$2,000 paid in quarterly installments at 3,6,9, 12 months and $1,000 after ACRE certification **
Competitive wage and benefit package with PTO, 8 paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, NO COST short & long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plan options, employee wellness program, tuition assistance program, career advancement, mileage reimbursement for providing direct services, a positive, friendly work environment and much more.
Working as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist:
- You remove barriers, you create relationships, and you are the key to helping others find success in their lives
- You want to work in an ever-changing environment where each day is different!
- You are organized and passionate about helping people.
- You like problem solving and enjoy a good challenge
Essential Responsibilities:
- Hold a caseload of up to 25 people whom you get to know, support, and champion.
- Engage in communication with support teams, planning.
- Attend meetings, advocate for the person you serve, and provide them with training.
- You will 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, talk with employers, etc.
- Write reports, and maintain licensing requirements.
- You will explore, develop, and use your creative talents to help people find work.
Requirements
You need passion to make a difference, and the desire to learn.
- All new hires will be required to provide proof of Covid 19 full vaccination or have an approved request for exemption before their start date.
- Bachelors degree in Vocational Rehabilitation or related human services field preferred. Experience in lieu of a degree will be considered. If you hold a Social Work degree, we expect you to be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Social Work, as required.
- Knowledge of Vocational Rehabilitation Services system, documentation requirements, and funding requirements.
- Ability to complete Discovering Personal Genius training and demonstrate competence in training principles.
- Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills as well as time management skills.
- Must have a valid drivers license, clean driving record, and a vehicle.
- Must pass a Department of Human Services background study.
Work Environment
Typical work days are Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, some evenings or weekends for support as needed. 40 hour work week- mostly in the community with people, but also working remotely at times. A supportive and interactive work team.
Benefits
Starting wage $21/hour + bonuses and excellent benefits!