Youth Employment Specialist

Job Duties

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!

The Employment Specialist supports youth ages 16-24 in achieving competitive, integrated employment and educational goals through personcentered, culturally responsive employment planning, coaching, and skill development. This role promotes youth voice, selfsufficiency, and career readiness while advancing equitable access to workforce and postsecondary opportunities.

What we offer you:

All employees have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, an employee assistance program, financial counselling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet which allows you to access your payroll dollars before payday!

Employees working 30+ hours a week have access to medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, and other ancillary plans.

Generous PTO plan that includes paid holidays and float days.

Paid training during your orientation and throughout your employment.

Opportunities to grow your career at LSS within our 24+ different services.

A diverse workplace with an outstanding reputation for putting the people served and employees first.

An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, social work, youth development, or vocational Rehabilitation or related field preferred.

1-2 years experience working with youth experiencing homelessness

Training in youth development, harm reduction, and/or trauma informed care

Familiar with computer programs and database systems.

Use of personal vehicle for agency business.

Adequate communication skills.

Ability to document accurately and complete case noting and reporting.

Time management skills.

Ability to work flexible hours.

Comply with Lutheran Social Service's standards of confidentiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

1 - 2 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$22.00 - $22.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55104

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

YOUTH009590

Job Benefits

Not specified