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Job Class: Rehabilitation Counselor Senior or Career

Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Job ID : 78258

• Location : Brooklyn Park; Mankato; Minneapolis North; Minneapolis South

• Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bid information will be listed below based on location(s).

• Date Posted : 07/18/2024

• Closing Date : 12/04/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE

• Division/Unit : Vocational Rehabilitation Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 75% regional day time travel, up to five (5) days per week

• Rehabilitation Counselor Senior Salary Range: $29.78 - $43.82 / hourly; $62,180 - $91,496 / annually

• Rehabilitation Counselor Career Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The successful candidate may be eligible for a $5,000.00 hiring incentive

Accepting bids and applications for the following location(s):

• Brooklyn Park - Bidders will be considered through 07/24/2024. Open to all applications until this location is removed.

• Mankato - Bidders will be considered through 07/24/2024. Open to all applications until this location is removed.

• North Minneapolis - Bidders will be considered through 08/05/2024. Open to all applications until this location is removed.

• South Minneapolis - Bidders will be considered through 08/13/2024. Open to all applications until this location is removed.

*Note: This job posting may not reflect updated availability of locations; however, once a location is removed from this job posting, it is no longer available

During the application process, you will be able to indicate your preferred location(s).

This position works in DEED’s Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) division, which empowers Minnesotans with disabilities to achieve their goals for competitive, integrated employment and career development. You’ll be part of, and contribute to, a lively and energetic team with a positive internal culture that ensures this isn’t just a job – but a career. Together the VRS team makes an impact and creates possibilities that make a real and lasting difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Share your passion for this work and join the VRS team!

The Rehabilitation Counselor assists individuals with disabilities to increase their vocational, personal, and financial independence by providing vocational counseling and guidance. This position partners with the individual to develop an employment plan that includes the steps needed to obtain and maintain employment and achieve their career goals. This position will provide and coordinate intensive and necessary services for youth and adults.

Frequent travel is required to meet with participants in the community, area businesses, schools, and other partner organizations. Occasional travel is necessary to attend meetings or trainings in other areas of the state.

All vacancies are being posted at two (2) different levels.

This posting will be open on a continuous basis until posted end date or until all positions are filled.

*Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $5,000.00 paid in two (2) lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following two (2) years of successful service in the role

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Rehabilitation Counselor Senior:

Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Human Services, Sociology, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or other closely related field as determined by the agency

Rehabilitation Counselor Career:

Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Human Services, Sociology, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or other closely related field as determined by the agency

AND

Three (3) years of related work experience providing employment counseling for individuals with disabilities which demonstrates knowledge of one-to-one counseling, caseload management, development of rehabilitation plans, job placement services, and employment supports that lead to success in finding, keeping, retaining, or advancing in employment

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following for all levels:

• Experience in cultivating relationships with external stakeholders or customers (e.g., school staff, students, businesses, vendors)

• Skill in communication to provide prompt and accurate information to colleagues and customers

• Ability to create and maintain case notes, reports, and records

• Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license and insurance OR have other reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with transition age students and/or adults with severe disabilities (i.e., mental health, cognitive and physical disabilities)

• Experience assessing and/or providing career exploration and planning, work-based learning experiences, counseling on opportunities for enrollment in educational programs, workplace readiness training, instruction in self-advocacy, and/or employment related services to youth and/or adults with disabilities

• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with diverse populations such as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and Native American populations

• Ability to communicate in a second language (specifically American Sign Language, Somali, Hmong, or Spanish)

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

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check

• Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interview Review

• Driver’s Record Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 is needed.