Employment Support Specialist

This position is located in Cohasset, MN

MDI is a mission-focused and people-centered nonprofit organization! We offer a generous Benefits package and offer flexible work schedules to promote work-life balance!

To be considered for an open position, please submit an application and resume on our company website https://www.mdi.org/employment-services/

Short Description:

This position is responsible for providing services towards the development of appropriate and functional workplace skills, attitudes, and behaviors for employees of all ability levels where barriers to employment exist. These activities will take place both within MDI and in community settings.

Detailed Description:

Provide case management and help develop individual training and employment plans with complete documentation. Complete assessments of vocational skills and areas of functional limitations. Maintain contact with external supports of employees including social workers, families, legal guardians, conservators and agency contacts. Provide internal and external individual training for specific job tasks: job coach individuals by providing work direction, guidance and emotional support. In addition facilitate appropriate interactions with others. Aid in monitoring overall job performance, work with individuals to correct quality issues, etc. Maintain documentation and confidentiality parameters in coordination of services by obtaining releases of information, facilitating the completion of informed consent forms and documentation. Develop partnerships with outside agencies to provide exceptional vocational services. Aid in monitoring job performance, individual training for specific job tasks, work with individuals to correct quality issues, provide coaching, support, and facilitate appropriate interactions. Ensure accurate and timely completion of annual and semi-annual reviews for all employees with disabilities per the requirements of applicable agencies (SourceAmerica, DEED, CARF, DHS, counties). Serve as employee advocate by providing referrals to appropriate external agencies. Employ effective, respectful and persuasive spoken and written communication skills. Implements continuous improvement programs using problem resolution and analysis skills. Ensure compliance with work instructions and/or Quality Management System (QMS) procedures. Functions effectively in a fast paced, diverse, team environment. Works independently, efficiently manages time, and uses experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others including wearing mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as eye and ear protection. Ensure compliance with all company policies. Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
MDI is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all its employees. Face covers are required for all people prior to entering and at all times when inside a MDI Facility.

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social work: 2 years (Preferred)
• Vocational rehabilitation: 2 years (Preferred)
• Psychology: 2 years (Preferred)
• Sociology: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location