Employment Specialist

Accord

Employment Specialist supporting individuals with disabilities in their job search. Building relationships and providing individualized support in an ever-changing environment.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeSaint Paul • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $20 - $22 per hourWebsite

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Hard Skills

employment servicesdirect care servicesreport writingtransportation schedulingadvocacytrainingproblem solvingcommunication

Soft Skills

organizationpassion for helping othersflexibilitytime managementrelationship building

Tools & Technologies

vehicleDepartment of Human Services background study

Certifications & Qualifications

Social Work licensecredentialing in MN Employment Services

Industry Keywords

human servicesdisabilitiesMinnesota Board of Social Workdirect care experienceemployment supports

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You remove barriers, you create relationships, and you are the key to helping others find success in their lives.
You want to work in an ever-changing environment where each day is different!
You are organized and passionate about helping people.
You like flexibility, working both remotely and in person, willing to help out on nights/weekends on occasion
You like problem solving and enjoy a good challenge.
Hold a caseload of individuals whom you get to know, support, and champion.
Provide flexible, individualized employment supports, offering employment services in three different areas: Exploration/Discovery, Development, and Support.
Engage in communication with support teams, planning, and represent Accord.
Attend meetings, advocate for the person you serve, and provide them with training.
You will become credentialed in the MN Employment Services field.
Go to the job sites and support the person when needed.
Organize the details - help schedule, set up transportation, talk with employers, etc.
Write reports, and maintain licensing requirements.
You will explore, develop, and use your creative talents to help people find work.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills as well as time management skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and a vehicle.
Must pass a Department of Human Services background study.
If you hold a Social Work degree, you must be currently licensed as a Social Worker as required by the Minnesota Board of Social Work.
You need passion to make a difference, and the desire to learn.
As outlined by Minnesota statute Chapter 245 D section 8 you must meet one of the qualifications listed below (and provide documentation of them including a copy of the degree earned and your transcript showing the date awarded and the degree earned and a resume which documents the year(s) of direct care experience and populations supported):
A four-year bachelor’s degree in a field related to human services and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; **OR **
An associate degree in a field related to human services and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; **OR**
A diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; **OR**
A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services and disabilities and four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualification identified above.

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO
9 paid holidays
health insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
NO COST short & long-term disability insurance
retirement savings plan options
employee wellness program
tuition assistance program
career advancement
mileage reimbursement for providing direct services
positive, friendly work environment