[Rehab] Interesting Job Opening at State Services for the Blind

[David Andrews]

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>Here is an interesting job opening at State Services for the Blind 
>that may be of particular interest to those of us in 
>Minnesota.  Please read the email below from Lisa Larges, the 
>Outreach Coordinator.
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>From: Larges, Lisa (She/Her/Hers) (DEED) <lisa.larges at state.mn.us>
>Sent: Monday, August 21, 2023 10:47 AM
>To: Larges, Lisa (She/Her/Hers) (DEED) <lisa.larges at state.mn.us>
>Subject: Seeking your Assistance in Reaching Job Seekers for an Open Position
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>Warm Greetings,
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>We're reaching out to you once more in order to connect with the 
>widest possible range of job seekers. If you would do us the kind 
>favor of sending this job announcement to your networks, we would be 
>very grateful. And, you might just help someone find a great job too!
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>This new position helps advance the hiring and employment of 
>Minnesotans with disabilities.
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>The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is 
>launching the Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund, an innovative 
>new program that reimburses employers for costs associated with 
>hiring and employing people with disabilities. It helps small and 
>mid-sized businesses benefit from the skills and talents of job 
>seekers with disabilities by covering the costs of providing 
>reasonable accommodations when needed. State Services for the Blind 
>is managing this program for DEED and has an open position for a 
>Program Coordinator.
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>Find all of the details and learn how to apply by visiting 
><https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjobacc/MNCAREERSACCESSIBLE/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1002&JobOpeningId=68697&PostingSeq=1>careers.mn.gov.
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>The job posting id is 68697.
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>The job description includes the following:
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>"State Services for the Blind is currently hiring a new position for 
>the Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund (ERAF). This 
>ground-breaking role will be pivotal in collaboratively working with 
>employers and partners to increase employment opportunities for 
>Minnesotans with disabilities. This position is responsible for 
>analyzing, monitoring, and administering the ERAF Program requiring 
>a comprehensive understanding of all procedural and administrative 
>guidelines. This role will work closely with employers including 
>recommending the denial of reimbursement to employers or advising 
>employers on changes needed to comply with program criteria in cases 
>of noncompliance.
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>Responsibilities include:
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>Approve or deny reasonable accommodation reimbursement requests
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>Develop Employer Reasonable Accommodation Fund (ERAF) policies and procedures
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>Provide employers with technical assistance and training on 
>implementing reasonable accommodations and assistive technology
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>Host informational sessions on the ERAF program
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>Conduct marketing and outreach.
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>Go to the 
><https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjobacc/MNCAREERSACCESSIBLE/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1002&JobOpeningId=68697&PostingSeq=1>job 
>announcement page for minimum and preferred qualifications, salary 
>information, and more. The closing date is August 30, 2023.
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>Lisa Larges
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>Outreach Coordinator
>she/her/hers
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>State Services for the Blind
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>2200University Avenue West, #240, Saint Paul, MN 55114
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>Direct: 651.539.2278
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>State Services for the Blind, Celebrating 100 years. 1923-2023
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>DEED acknowledges that all our locations stand on the land of the 
>Dakota and Anishinaabe people. We honor the history of this land, 
>the Native people who were here before us and who are still here 
>today. We commit to learn and appreciate the rich culture of Native 
>people and pledge to support Native communities and uplift their history.
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