Are you a problem-solving wizard with a knack for thinking outside the box?

Do you see opportunities where others see challenges? If so, we've got the perfect role for you! As an Employment Support Specialist at PHASE-Industries/Advance, you'll be the mastermind behind customized employment opportunities that bring joy, purpose, and fulfillment to our individuals of all abilities

Key Responsibilities:

Magic-Maker:

• • Use your creative prowess to identify and craft customized job roles that align with the unique skills, interests, and strengths of our clients.

Connect the Dots:

• • Collaborate with employers, job seekers, and our supportive team to build partnerships that result in tailor-made employment solutions.

Innovation Extraordinaire:

• • Think outside the box and explore creative approaches to job development, including job carving, entrepreneurial ventures, and community-based opportunities.

Advocate for Inclusion:

• • Champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring that every individual has the chance to shine and contribute.

Celebrate Success:

• • Revel in the achievements of our clients as they reach their full potential in meaningful and customized job roles.

Qualifications:

• • A passion for creating inclusive and customized employment opportunities.
  • A knack for turning challenges into opportunities.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
  • A degree in creative problem-solving (or equivalent imaginative experience).
  • A heart full of empathy and a sense of humor that can light up a room.

Perks & Benefits:

• • A workplace that celebrates creativity and innovation.- Opportunities for professional development and growth.- Making a real impact in the lives of individuals with diverse abilities.- Laughter and fun are mandatory—seriously!
  • Making a meaningful difference in someone's life.
  • Training and development to enhance your creativity.
  • If you're ready to embark on a magical journey of customized employment and bring smiles to the faces of our individuals, submit your resume showcasing your creative genius to recruitment@phase-industries.org.
  • Don't forget to include your favorite non-traditional job title in your application!
  • Join us at PHASE-Industries/Advance and help us rewrite the rules of employment one creative solution at a time. We look forward to having you on our team of trailblazers!

Job Qualifications

Minimum

• • Belief that every human being has gifts & potential waiting to be unlocked & discovered – that the world, and humanity, flourishes only when each person’s gifts are revealed, cultivated & celebrated.

• • Belief that everything PHASE-Industries/Advance does should be designed to help individuals unlock, discover & develop their potential to fully participate in the world around them, including freely & equitable accessing competitive integrated employment.

• • Technology skills - Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, etc.) and willingness to learn other software pertinent to the position.

• • Familiarity or willingness to learn systems of adaptive communication and assistive technology in areas of software, hardware, and mobility.

• • Current, valid driver’s license

• • A driving record that demonstrates safe, legal driving habits

• • Ability to pass criminal background checks and medical examination requirements.

Preferred

• • Previous experience practicing person-centered techniques with people with disabilities or other barriers to employment.

• • Degree in human service field and one-year experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, mental illness, brain injuries, or other related conditions.

Measurable Performance Benchmarks

• • Program Participant(s) on caseload attain success in employment (vocational), consistent with targets established by the organization, as well as other person centered supports goals (measured by progress toward/accomplishing goals outlined in Employment Plan).

• • DSP Team Member communicates fluently with each Program Participant on their caseload using their chosen method of communication (measured through direct observation).

• • DSP Team Member establishes strong rapport and trust with each Program Participant on their caseload principles, clear and professional boundaries, and respectful interaction (verbal and non-verbal) (demonstrated and measured through direct observation).

• • DSP Team Member positively contributes and interacts within their Teams, as clearly demonstrated through on-going use of effective communication and large-mindedness principles and techniques.

• • DSP Team Member learns and uses technology and software appropriately, ethically, effectively and accurately.

Job Types:

• • Full-time, Part-time

Pay:

• • $16.62 - $17.29 per hour

Expected hours:

• • No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

• • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location:

• • Marshall, MN 56258: In person