Job Class: Rehabilitation Representative

Working Title: Pre-Employment Transition Services Rehabilitation Representative

• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 01/04/2023.
• Date Posted: 12/07/2022
• Closing Date: 01/31/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Employee Payroll / RS VR Field SVS X
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Telework: Position may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week based on business needs
• Travel Required: Yes, 80% regional day time travel, up to five (5) days per week
• Salary Range: $21.43 - $31.00/hourly; $44,745 - $64,728/annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

This position will collaborate with Rehabilitation Counselors and partner agencies in supporting students with disabilities by assisting students in gaining experiences that allow for early job exploration and enrich their transition planning. Specifically, the position will conduct outreach to schools and recruit students for Pre-ETS services, identify individual needs and implement services, refer students to Pre-ETS contractors for services as needed, implement Pre-ETS coordination services, and participate in professional development and training.

This position requires extensive travel to meet with students, high school and transition program staff, businesses, and other partners in the service area. Travel is expected up to 5 days per week.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Applications received from this posting will be used to fill current and future vacancies in this job class at the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) until filled.

• Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $5,000 paid in 2 lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following 2 years of successful service in the role.

Minimum Qualifications

To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.

Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Human Services, Sociology, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or another related degree as determined by the agency.

Experience working with youth with disabilities.

Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing employment-related services for persons with disabilities (i.e. job placement, special education work coordinator, case aid).

Cultural awareness and ability to communicate in a second language (specifically Deaf and Hard of Hearing-American Sign Language, Somali, Hmong, or Spanish).

Experience in any of the following: Job Exploration Counseling, Work-Based Learning Experience, Postsecondary Education Counseling, Workplace Readiness Training and/or Instruction in Self-Advocacy.

Experience developing and maintaining relationships with a diverse client set including BIPOC and Native American populations.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Shelley Marty at shelley.m.marty@state.mn.us.

Connect 700 (C700) applicants must email their certificate to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by 11:59PM of the posting close date to be considered as a C700 applicant.

The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.