Employment Specialist - Lakeville
Lakeville, MN Lakeville, MN Full-time Full-time $47,000 - $50,000 a year $47,000 - $50,000 a year Are you organized, kind, creative, and ready to transform lives? Join us as an Employment Specialist at Great Work! You will office out of your home (or anywhere you would like) and you'll frequently work with clients, in-person, in Lakeville and the surrounding area.
Why Great Work? Rewarding Work Employment Specialists get to know the people they serve, watch them reach their goals, and enjoy the satisfaction of contributing to their success! They help individuals with disabilities learn about what it means to work, identify their job goals and prepare for a job search, find great jobs, and support their on-going success at work.
Flexible Schedule Options Employment Specialists work full-time and enjoy a flexible schedule.
Schedule requirements include:
Work between 35 - 40 hours each week Attend mandatory trainings and internal meetings Be available M-F 8:
30 am - 4 pm to prioritize client needs as they arise Work 6 hours between the hours of 8:
30 am - 4 pm Monday-Thursday Work 2 hours between the hours of 8:
30 am - 4 pm on Fridays Beyond that, Employment Specialists can work the rest of their hours when they choose whether that's standard business hours, early mornings, evenings, late at night, or on weekends.
Benefits Employment Specialists receive the following
Benefits:
Competitive pay ranging from $47,000 - $50,000 at hire depending on qualifications.
8 paid holidays and 9 days of PTO during the first year of employment.
14 days of annual PTO thereafter.
Health Reimbursement Account for medical, dental, and vision expenses and premiums.
This arrangement is far more flexible than a traditional group insurance plan and allows you to choose from over 60 health plans and be in complete control of the provider network, coverage, and cost.
401(k) Plan after 6 months of employment with 4% match contributed by Great Work.
Mileage reimbursement of $0.
50/mile.
Hybrid Work Employment Specialists work from their home office and split their time between working remotely and working in the community to support their clients in-person.
Employment Specialists regularly complete remote tasks like:
Virtual Great Work team and client meetings or check-ins Required paperwork and documentation Answering correspondence (email, text, Teams messages, and phone calls) Job searching Business outreach to arrange exploration activities like informational interviews and tours Scheduling meetings and appointments and managing your calendar Employment Specialists regularly complete in-person tasks like:
Meeting with your client in the community, at their home, or at their work Joining your clients for interviews, onboarding, and orientation training Joining you clients for business tours, job-shadows, and informational interviews Stopping by job sites and assisting clients interviewing or moving toward workplace independence while forming a relationship with your client's supervisors Occasional in-person trainings and team meetings Support and Collaboration Employment Specialists do a lot of their work independently but are part of a team of professionals united in a shared passion for more inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce! We connect and collaborate throughout the week.
Employment Specialists receive attentive and prompt supervision and support from supervisors and seasoned team members through team training and collaboration meetings, weekly check-ins, and on the fly communications throughout the week.
REQUIREMENTS Minimum Qualifications (Required) Bachelor's Degree in human services, social work, psychology, nursing, or a related field.
One year (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in social services, healthcare, or related field.
Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.
Must successfully pass DHS background check Preferred Qualifications Prior professional experience in disability services strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed Manage a caseload of recipients with varying levels of needs, from high and complex to low Establish and maintain a professional relationship with client teams, staff, and all others Ability to ethically document and manage time To have knowledge and direct experience with individuals with disabilities Computer proficiency using Word and Outlook with proficiency in keyboarding skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
Work Environment:
This position will require a combination of remote work, in-office, and on-site locations within the community-based.
A typical breakdown looks like 50% remote work and 50% in-person.
Selection Process The selection process for this posting will first be a review of the materials submitted, so a cover letter and a resume.
Candidates will be invited to a phone interview.
Candidates who pass the phone interview will be invited to a video interview and then will be instructed to fill out an email sample.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$47,000.
00 - $50,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Schedule:
Monday to Friday Application Question(s):
Are you willing to take a DHS background check? Where are you located? Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
disability-related:
1 year (Preferred) Microsoft Office:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
On the road.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Why Great Work? Rewarding Work Employment Specialists get to know the people they serve, watch them reach their goals, and enjoy the satisfaction of contributing to their success! They help individuals with disabilities learn about what it means to work, identify their job goals and prepare for a job search, find great jobs, and support their on-going success at work.
Flexible Schedule Options Employment Specialists work full-time and enjoy a flexible schedule.
Schedule requirements include:
Work between 35 - 40 hours each week Attend mandatory trainings and internal meetings Be available M-F 8:
30 am - 4 pm to prioritize client needs as they arise Work 6 hours between the hours of 8:
30 am - 4 pm Monday-Thursday Work 2 hours between the hours of 8:
30 am - 4 pm on Fridays Beyond that, Employment Specialists can work the rest of their hours when they choose whether that's standard business hours, early mornings, evenings, late at night, or on weekends.
Benefits Employment Specialists receive the following
Benefits:
Competitive pay ranging from $47,000 - $50,000 at hire depending on qualifications.
8 paid holidays and 9 days of PTO during the first year of employment.
14 days of annual PTO thereafter.
Health Reimbursement Account for medical, dental, and vision expenses and premiums.
This arrangement is far more flexible than a traditional group insurance plan and allows you to choose from over 60 health plans and be in complete control of the provider network, coverage, and cost.
401(k) Plan after 6 months of employment with 4% match contributed by Great Work.
Mileage reimbursement of $0.
50/mile.
Hybrid Work Employment Specialists work from their home office and split their time between working remotely and working in the community to support their clients in-person.
Employment Specialists regularly complete remote tasks like:
Virtual Great Work team and client meetings or check-ins Required paperwork and documentation Answering correspondence (email, text, Teams messages, and phone calls) Job searching Business outreach to arrange exploration activities like informational interviews and tours Scheduling meetings and appointments and managing your calendar Employment Specialists regularly complete in-person tasks like:
Meeting with your client in the community, at their home, or at their work Joining your clients for interviews, onboarding, and orientation training Joining you clients for business tours, job-shadows, and informational interviews Stopping by job sites and assisting clients interviewing or moving toward workplace independence while forming a relationship with your client's supervisors Occasional in-person trainings and team meetings Support and Collaboration Employment Specialists do a lot of their work independently but are part of a team of professionals united in a shared passion for more inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce! We connect and collaborate throughout the week.
Employment Specialists receive attentive and prompt supervision and support from supervisors and seasoned team members through team training and collaboration meetings, weekly check-ins, and on the fly communications throughout the week.
REQUIREMENTS Minimum Qualifications (Required) Bachelor's Degree in human services, social work, psychology, nursing, or a related field.
One year (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in social services, healthcare, or related field.
Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.
Must successfully pass DHS background check Preferred Qualifications Prior professional experience in disability services strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed Manage a caseload of recipients with varying levels of needs, from high and complex to low Establish and maintain a professional relationship with client teams, staff, and all others Ability to ethically document and manage time To have knowledge and direct experience with individuals with disabilities Computer proficiency using Word and Outlook with proficiency in keyboarding skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
Work Environment:
This position will require a combination of remote work, in-office, and on-site locations within the community-based.
A typical breakdown looks like 50% remote work and 50% in-person.
Selection Process The selection process for this posting will first be a review of the materials submitted, so a cover letter and a resume.
Candidates will be invited to a phone interview.
Candidates who pass the phone interview will be invited to a video interview and then will be instructed to fill out an email sample.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$47,000.
00 - $50,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Schedule:
Monday to Friday Application Question(s):
Are you willing to take a DHS background check? Where are you located? Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
disability-related:
1 year (Preferred) Microsoft Office:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
On the road.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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