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Working Title: Go MN! Benefits Navigator

Job Class: Rehabilitation Program Specialist 2

Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/17/2024.

• Date Posted : 04/11/2024

• Closing Date : 05/01/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Rehabilitation Services / RS Go MN!

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

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 50-75% of the time, based on client need

• Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week

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

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

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. This position exists to support the Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) grant award entitled Go MN! by providing high-quality, consistent benefits planning services for people with disabilities who are Go MN! participants or are interested in the program, and their families.

Specifically, the Benefits Navigator:

• Offers specialized benefits planning expertise, information, and resources to assist people with disabilities who may be interested in the Go MN! program to understand the effect of work on their benefits.

• Provides leadership, consultation, and technical assistance to VRS staff in pilot areas regarding benefits planning assistance.

• Initiates, plans, and collaborates with community organizations and other external stakeholders on strategies to provide benefits planning assistance.

• Documents and monitors Go MN! benefits planning strategies, activities, and outcomes for system and process improvements.

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.

Two (2) years* of experience in benefits planning OR experience working with jobseekers whose benefits are impacted by employment (e.g., employment specialist).

*Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; Master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience

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

Ability to interpret complex data critically and use skills in investigating, researching, and questioning to determine the needs of the client and make recommendations.

Experience in customer service using clear and professional communication.

Experience collaborating, building, and maintaining positive working relationships with clients.

Skill in writing reports clearly and concisely.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or other closely related field as determined by the agency.

Possess the Level 3 Benefits Coaching certification.

Possess the Community Partner Work Incentives Coordinator certification (CPWIC) OR the Work Incentives Practitioner Credential (WIP-C).

Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Experience giving presentations or trainings.

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).

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.