Community Connector
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We have an open position at RSI for a Full-Time Community Connector in Duluth, MN.

The Community Connection program matches individuals with disabilities with community members and organizations with the purpose of building relationships that provide opportunities and integration. Please visit RSI's web page for more information about RSI's Community Connection services:

Salary: $20.50-21.50 per hour

What we offer:

* Health and dental insurance (Full-time)

* 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

* Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time and part-time staff

* Paid training

* $500 refer a friend bonus

* Employee Assistance Program

* Long term/Short term disability and life insurance (Full-time)

What you'll do as a Community Connector:

* Working 1:1 with referred individuals, implement a three-step process of discovery, connection, and sustainability for the purpose of helping the person build meaningful relationships and connections within their community.

* Identify a person's interests, skills, and ideal conditions. Assess and teach skills in an effort to develop a network of opportunities allowing the individual to connect to and flourish in their desired community.

* Develop Individualized Support Plans based on assessment.

* Evaluate and assess progress of community connection goals, identify barriers, and find solutions to problems.

* Participate in events and activities with individuals receiving services to help them integrate into their community.

* Connect with community members, organizations and events to build awareness of the community connection service.

Location and Schedule: This position will provide support to people with disabilities in Duluth, MN. Job duties will be performed within the person's home, their community, and in an office environment. Hours are scheduled based on the needs of service recipients but will typically include Monday-Friday day and evening hours with occasional weekends required. Access to a vehicle is required for travel with mileage reimbursement provided.

For this position, you will need:

* An associate's degree in human services, communication, or related field or one year of equivalent experience.

* Two years of work experience supporting individuals with disabilities with responsibilities that included planning program activities, coordinating projects, and connecting with community resources.

* To pass a post-offer background check.

* A valid driver's license, access to a vehicle for travel, and be able to pass an MVR check.

* To be able to genuinely connect well with people with disabilities and community members.

* Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.

Opportunities for advancement

We believe it's important to provide our employees with opportunities to move up the career ladder at RSI; we strive to promote from within! Most managers and coordinators at RSI started out their careers as caregivers and have grown and developed alongside our organization. The rewarding field of disability and mental health services is an ideal environment to develop skills and build your career.

About RSI

RSI has been working in communities in Minnesota since 1978 in-home and community-based settings for people living with disabilities and mental illness, providing a range of services catered for individuals of all ages, identities, and abilities. We believe that all people, regardless of their disability, can live successfully in a community-based setting given the proper supports.

How to apply

You can apply online by visiting our employment website at www.rsi.jobs. You may also fill out a paper application at any of our office locations. Interviews are conducted over the phone, video chat, or in person.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department at (218) ###-#### or ...@residentialservices.org.

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Salary: $20.50-21.50 per hour

RSI is a 2022, 2023, & 2024 Star Tribune Top Workplace in Minnesota!