Employment Specialist II

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Specialist II

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm (with occasional evening/weekend flexibility)
Starting Pay: $20.44–$25.44 per hour (DOE)

Make a Meaningful Impact—While Keeping Your Holidays Free!

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the human services field where you can truly make a difference? Join our team as an Employment Specialist II and help individuals with disabilities and disadvantages discover their strengths, achieve their goals, and find meaningful employment in the Mankato area.

As an Employment Specialist II, you will coach, train, and support a caseload of clients, collaborate with employers and community partners, and serve as a positive, skillful representative of our organization. This role is perfect for someone who is a strong communicator, flexible teammate, and natural problem solver with a “can-do” attitude.

Position Perks & Benefits

• Company Vehicle Provided
• Company laptop and cell phone
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 10 Vacation Days + 10 Sick & Safe Days
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid access to mental health support (counseling sessions, legal and financial resources)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match

What You’ll Do

• Perform employment activities for a caseload of 30+ clients to include, but not limited to, receiving referrals and skill-training through employment assessment, placement and follow-a-long. 
• Complete and maintain client paperwork and billing as required by all licensing and/or accreditation regulations and agency policies.
• Develop and maintain relationships including a wide range of audiences with varied interests such as clients, client team members, funding sources, employers and community members.
• Facilitate job skills training programs.
• Maintain a professional network that is knowledgeable about multiple industries.
• Prioritize competing relationships to best meet all customer needs. 
• Utilize technology and processes to ensure timely communication.
• Serve as an ambassador for MRCI in community functions, presentations and involvement.
• Work independently and/or remotely and do so while collaborating with a team and meeting personal goals.
• Transport clients in business vehicle.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• A High School diploma/equivalent or an Associate’s degree, plus two years of related work experience OR; 
• A Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to service provision, plus a minimum of one year of related work experience working with persons with developmental disabilities or related conditions.

• Preference for individuals with a proven successful history in group facilitation as well as one-one-training facilitation.

• Self-management skills.
• Practical understanding of business acumen.
• Sales or customer service experience preferred. 
• Be sensitive to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
• Must possess excellent communication skills both with clients and customers.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer based office software.
• Must live within 25 miles of designated service area (Mankato). 
• Must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and the ability to drive. 
• Must pass a background check through the Department of Human Services.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a team that helps individuals gain independence, confidence, and purpose. This is meaningful work where you see the impact every day—and still get your holidays free.

MRCI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer