Lifeworks Services, Inc. · 2 months ago
Employment Specialist II
Mankato, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $21.50/hr
2+ years expLifeworks Services, Inc. is an industry leader in partnering with people with disabilities, focusing on innovative, person-centered approaches. They are seeking a full-time Employment Specialist II to support adults with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and provide on-the-job coaching, managing a caseload, and collaborating with support teams to empower success.
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Responsibilities
Working with individuals in community settings which may include volunteering and self-advocacy opportunities
Working with individuals at job sites; and supporting job seekers with individual job development and placement
Identifying, writing, and implementing goals with the individuals, ensuring they are person-centered
Organizing and coordinating annual meetings with persons served and their support teams
Supporting individuals to develop skills to retain their job and support development of the person’s natural work supports
Supporting individuals through the job application process; from writing a resume, and cover letter, to completing employment paperwork including background checks and drug screens as required by the business
Completing all 245D required paperwork according to deadlines
Qualification
Required
Four-year degree in human services or a related field; or a two-year degree in human services or related field and two years of work experience; or a combination of education and experience to equal four years
Experience managing a caseload, coordinating with support teams, writing goals, and person-centered planning preferred
Access to reliable transportation for work driving purposes
Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance
Candidate must complete and pass a pre-employment background study; a physical and drug screen; and have access to reliable transportation for work purposes
Preferred
Experience managing a caseload, coordinating with support teams, writing goals, and person-centered planning preferred
Benefits
18 days of PTO accrued in the first year of employment
11 paid holidays (New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a Personal Holiday)
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short & long-term disability coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), and prescription drug coverage
Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement
403(b) retirement plan – Lifeworks contributes 3% of your salary and matches up to 4% of employee contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
Lifeworks Services, Inc.
Lifeworks is a Minnesota 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1965 by parents of children with disabilities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gertrude Matemba Mutasa
President and CEO
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2022-11-20
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