Job description

Employment Counselor –
Vocational Rehabilitation

Summary:

The Employment Counselor in the Vocational Rehabilitation Program combines employment counseling for youth and adults with disabilities with the marketing and solicitation of employers to match participants with employer needs. They assist participants in gaining employment through assessment, counseling, educational planning, job development, and case management. They help people overcome challenges and achieve employment goals. The Employment Counselor will provide services in the way that best serves their clients, which may be in person or using email, telephone, and teleconferencing technologies. In addition, the Employment Counselor develops and sustains positive relationships with state rehabilitation counselors, employers, and persons invested in the participant’s success. Applicants who reside in the west suburbs/exurbs like Rockford, Hanover, Medina, Delano, Minnetrista, Mound, Excelsior, Victoria, Waconia, Chaska are encouraged to apply.

Agency Information:

JFCS is a multi-faceted human services agency with the mission to provide essential services to people of all ages and backgrounds to sustain healthy relationships, ease suffering and offer support in times of need. JFCS is a place where you can put your values to work every day. You will be able to:

• Make a positive difference in the lives of others
• Feel energized to give your best effort and enjoy a healthy work/life balance
• Learn, grow and accomplish new things

JFCS serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions and highly values inclusion and diversity. Employment opportunities are available to all without regard for race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability. AA/EEO

Salary and Benefits:

• Approximate annual salary $46,000
• Competitive benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) with match, life and long-term disability insurance, and access to other benefits including vision and dental
• Work-life balance including 37.5 hour work week, 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick time, paid parental leave, holidays, flexible schedule, and the option to work up to 60% time from home
• Social work licensing supervision

Responsibilities:

Employment Counseling: Accurately assess clients’ interests, aptitude, skills, motivation, and barriers to employment to determine work readiness. Identify functional limitations and develop appropriate accommodations and supports. In collaboration with clients, develop individual employment plans with measurable goals. Research employment opportunities and network with employers to assist clients with job search. Access appropriate support services to address barriers to employment. Advocate for participants when appropriate. (60%)

Market the program and conduct outreach to potential clients, employers, community agencies and organizations, and educational institutions. Create, sustain, and expand employer contacts and connections.

Collaborate with employers to identify and address needs and offer attainable solutions. (20%)

Record, organize, and manage client and agency information to ensure accurate and timely documentation.
Maintain required forms and documentation in compliance with program and agency guidelines. Maintain organized and timely client files. Comply with data privacy laws and procedures. Coordinate delivery of services and maintain communication with employers, participants, State Rehabilitation Counselors and appropriate JFCS program staff. (15%)

Develop and conduct small-group job search skills and basic re-employment skills training sessions. (5%)

Education and Experience:

• Two years of experience in counseling, social work, human services, job placement, job coaching, or related areas.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Skills and Qualities:

The ideal person for this role would be friendly, compassionate, and draw energy from interacting with others; has a sincere and natural desire to do what it takes to help others; listens actively and can be responsive to their needs; has strong organizational skills; and is self-motivated to complete tasks in a timely manner. Specific qualities include being a person who:

• Respects and reflects JFCS’s Values: compassion, inclusion, innovation, integrity, and collaboration.
• Has the proven ability to engage compassionately with people from across all backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, and mental and physical abilities.
• Has expertise in identifying interests, skills, capabilities, and barriers to employment of persons served
• Is able to apply counseling skills and career development theories to help clients work through functional limitations, develop confidence and establish achievable employment goals.
• Has strong oral and written communication skills.
• Is an effective problem solver.
• Has the ability to use approved testing and assessment instruments appropriately under supervision.
• Demonstrates knowledge of local job market and employment trends.
• Is proficient in MS Office programs including Word and Excel.
• Has experience working and building relationships virtually (preferred).
• Is bilingual (preferred).

How to Apply:

Please submit cover letter and resume Diana MacLennan, Human Resources Manager. Apply directly at https://www.jfcsmpls.org/about-us/jobs-at-jfcs/.
For more information on Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis, see www.jfcsmpls.org.
AA/EEO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• job placement, job coaching, counseling or social work: 2 years (Preferred)
• working with individuals with disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55422

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