Blind Inc.

We're looking for a dedicated Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Specialist to join our team! Since 1994, Stellher Human Services has been helping families and children throughout Northern Minnesota through home, school and community-based mental health services. Working at Stellher means being part of a team that is committed to our mission of making a positive and healthy difference in the lives of the clients we serve. The ideal candidate is interested in working for an organization that encourages personal and professional growth through training and exploring innovative methods of therapy. We offer a comprehensive benefit package for employees working 30 or more hours per week including: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account with an employer matching contribution Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) with an employer matching contribution Term Life/AD&D paid by Stellher Vacation and Sick Leave Incentive Pay Program Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program - including mental health benefits for employee and family member Supplemental insurances: Short-Term Disability, Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Board approved supervision for Clinical Trainees working toward licensure Position Description: The Pre-Employment Transition (Pre-ETS) Specialist will help to prepare clients for the workforce by assessing skills for successful job placement, assisting with resume/cover letter development, interview practice, and other job readiness skills. They will work to connect the client to possible employment opportunities, develop relationships with employers, and conduct outreach to other community-based agencies. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of job placement of persons with vocational/occupational barriers, including physical, emotional, psychological and intellectual disabilities. Primary Job Responsibilities: Provide individual and group-based core Pre-ETS services to youth with disabilities ages 14-22 in a community based or school-based setting. These services include Self advocacy, Work Readiness Training, Job Exploration, Post-Secondary Counseling and Work Based Learning. Participate in the identification, coordination and placement of youth with employers for paid and unpaid experiences such as job shadowing, service learning and work experiences. Assist youth in identifying community resources that may support vocational or other related goals. Provide support and skills training to prepare youth for future employment and post-secondary planning Maintain working relationship between Stellher, employers, VR counselors and other partnering entities to ensure the goals of the program are being met. Provide information to youth with disabilities on disability-related topics and independent living. Teach life/career skills to youth and coordinate with Vocational Rehabilitation, as appropriate, to maximize employment outcomes. Attend and participate in team meetings for consumers as an advocate for the interests and goals of the consumer when necessary. Participate in community outreach and community education activities to develop community and school relationships. Maintain up to date consumer service records. Ensure required paperwork and documentation is up to date and maintained according to departmental and agency guidelines for record keeping and reporting purposes. Establishes and maintains good working relationships with clients and coworkers Treats clients and coworkers with dignity and respect Works as part of a team to promote a culture of continuous improvement and commitment to the mission of the organization Carries out other duties as assigned