Job Class: Employment Counselor
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 88981
Location : Roseville
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/17/2025
Closing Date : 09/23/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : MSOCS DT&H South / MSOCS East Metro Community Resources - Roseville
Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift; (hours may vary depending on the needs of the program)
Days of Work : Varies; may include weekends and holidays
Travel Required : Yes: Transport and accompany individuals to community employment, community outings, and recreational activities.
Salary Range: $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
Located in Roseville, MN and is full- time, rotating shift position with some weekend and holiday shifts. Days of work and hours vary depending on the site's need.
The Employment Counselor refers individuals to support services, providing career and related counseling services to individuals who are referred to the program. In this role you will be responsible for building relationships with external partners such as Vocational Rehabilitation Services, School Districts, and referrals through CBS/MSOCS Vocational Services through waiver funding. As the Employment Counselor you will also be providing supports to individuals attending CBS/MSOCS vocational programs who are challenged by cognitive, emotional, and physical barriers.
Additional duties in this role would include the help of assessing career goals, skills, natural abilities, developing individual support plans, self-assessments, as well as potential employment and community engagement opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
2 years' experience in providing career guidance, vocational counseling, job placement or similar functions in Social Work or Human Services setting.Knowledge of client assessment, case management and placement techniques
Computer and math skills
Effective Human Relation skills
Excellent communication skills
Currently Certified in Customized Employment
*Associate's Degree or higher in Social Service, Social Work, Human Services or a related field will substitute for 1 year of required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
5 years of experience working with vocational services.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, 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.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment
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.
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