Job Coach - Therapy Technician

Working Title: Job Coach

Job Class: Work Therapy Technician

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/23/2026
• Closing Date: 03/02/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Willmar AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MSOCS DT&H South / MSOCS DT&H Nu Visions
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Rotating Shift
• Days of Work:
  Varies
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes – transport and accompany individuals to community employment, community outings, and recreational activities
• Salary Range: $22.23 – $28.44 per hour
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 – Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area:
  Wilmar
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E‑Verify.

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.

Job Coaches assist individuals with cognitive/intellectual disabilities or related conditions in obtaining employment, teaching them their job duties, and providing ongoing coaching while they work. Coaches also help participants increase and develop skills through volunteer work and community activities. Implementation of services occurs both in the community and at the program site. The coach acts as a liaison between local employers and program participants and assists the program in meeting Department of Labor, MN State licensing, and CARF standards.

• Teach and coach program participants’ job and independent living skills, and provide ongoing job support.
• Act as a liaison between businesses for program and community‑based opportunities for participants.
• Document supported persons’ activities, progress, and care by recording, summarizing, and maintaining data in standard forms and reports.
• Participate in daily operations of the site to meet licensure, legal, and accreditation requirements and adhere to established CBS/MSOCS policies and procedures.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, understand, and write sample reports; perform basic arithmetic and interpret charts and graphs.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Clear communication skills.

• Experience working effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Experience implementing training/employment programs for individuals with cognitive/intellectual disabilities, mental illness, chemical dependency, physical disability, brain injury, and/or displaced workers.

Please ensure that your résumé clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Reference and background checks will be conducted prior to appointment.

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color, Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans, and all other protected classes to apply. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, public assistance status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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