Job Coach - Therapy Technician

Working Title: Job Coach
Job Class: Work Therapy Technician
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Location: Cambridge, MN (Part Time, Unlimited hours, Rotating shift)
Salary Range: $22.23 - $28.44 / hour
Hiring Agency: Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) – Community Based Services

The State of Minnesota’s Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is searching for a dedicated Job Coach to support individuals with cognitive/intellectual disabilities or related conditions in securing and sustaining employment. The role involves coaching clients, liaising with local businesses, maintaining essential data, and ensuring compliance with licensing and accreditation standards.

• Teach and coach program participants’ job, independent living skills, and provide ongoing job support.
• Act as a liaison between businesses and program participants, facilitating workplace and community opportunities.
• Document and summarize participants’ activities, progress, and care through standard forms and reports.
• Participate in daily operations to meet licensure, legal, and accreditation requirements and adhere to CBS/MSOCS policies and procedures.

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic written communication and report‑writing skills.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Clear verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret charts, graphs, and written materials.

• Experience implementing training/employment programs for individuals with cognitive/intellectual disabilities, mental illness, chemical dependency, physical disability, brain injury, and/or displaced workers.
• Demonstrated cultural responsiveness and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Resume must clearly describe relevant experience, with start and end month/year for each position. Reference and background checks will be conducted prior to appointment.

Select “Apply for Job” on the Minnesota Careers portal. For questions, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers.us. For detailed instructions, visit mn.gov/careers.

Scott Lindell: scott.lindell.us

Connect 700 Program applicants: email Sandra Perna na.us with the Job #, Working Title, and proof of eligibility by the closing date.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Annual pay increases
• Low‑cost health, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan (eligible after 3 years of service)
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

• Professional training and development courses
• Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions qualify)

• Confidential program supporting employees’ mental health, relationships, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

The State of Minnesota is an affirmative action, diversity‑focused employer committed to providing equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants with disabilities, veterans, and members of protected classes are encouraged to apply.

Effective August 1, 2012, disabled veterans may be appointed on a non‑competitive basis if they meet service and documentation requirements and satisfy all Minimum Qualifications. Required documentation must be submitted before the closing date.