Description Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us! Job Summary: As an Employment Specialist serving a caseload of job seekers in Washington County, you will support people with disabilities to gain and keep employment that matches their interests and skills. You will also serve as the primary contact for employers. This position works within the IPS (Individual Placement & Support) program model. What We Offer You: An excellent benefits package (medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match). Employer-sponsored accreditation through Certification for Employment Support Professionals (CESP). Qualifications and Requirements: Solid communication skills, creativity, organization, and independent thinking skills. Driver's license and Motor Vehicle Check clearance along with access to dependable transportation required. BCA clearance required. Basic computer skills. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Qualifications Motivations Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help Education Bachelors of Human Services (preferred) Experience 1 - 2 years: Human Services & case management experience (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.