CDS Program Specialist – CFSS 📍 Mankato or Burnsville, MN | 🕒 Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM 💲 Starting at $21.23-26.54/hour (commensurate with experience) Are you dependable, communi…
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$21/hr–$26/hr
Full-time
high school, associate degree, bachelor degree
Computer & Cell Phone Provided, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation Days, 10 Sick and Safe Days, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance
Posted 5d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The specialist serves as the primary contact for clients, managing intake, payroll, and the promotion of CDS programs. They are responsible for ensuring accurate service delivery, tracking spending, and collaborating with government agencies to develop best practices.
Requirements
Candidates need either a Bachelor's/Associate's degree with 3 years of human services experience or a high school diploma with 6 years of experience. A valid driver's license, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to pass a DHS background check are required.
Full job description
CDS Program Specialist – CFSS
📍Mankato or Burnsville, MN | 🕒Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM 💲Starting at $21.23-26.54/hour (commensurate with experience)
Are you dependable, community-minded, and enjoy solving problems with a sense of humor? Join MRCI as a CDS Program Specialist and make a meaningful impact while enjoying full-time benefits, training, and opportunities for advancement.
🌟 Why Join MRCI?
Computer & Cell Phone Provided
12 Paid Holidays
10 Vacation Days + 10 Sick and Safe Days
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Company-paid Mental Health Support (counseling, legal, and financial resources)
🛠️ What You’ll Do:
Serve as the first point of contact for clients, handling intake, payroll, and problem-solving.
Promote and explain CDS programs to clients, families, and county personnel.
Ensure timely and accurate service delivery while maintaining a customer-focused culture.
Stay current on legislative and regulatory changes affecting CDS programs.
Input budgets, process payroll and reimbursements, and track spending.
Assist with onboarding new employees and processing employment documentation.
Collaborate with counties, DHS, and other providers to develop best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
✅ What You Bring:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree + 3 years of related human services experience, OR
High school diploma + 6 years of related human services experience
Skills & Requirements:
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent customer service and independent decision-making abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Ability to travel throughout Minnesota
Must pass a MN Department of Human Services background check
MRCI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Providing innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with disabilities or disadvantages.
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1953
Headquarters
Mankato, Minnesota
LinkedIn followers
1,755
MRCI is one of Minnesota's largest human service non-profit organizations creating opportunities for people with disabilities and disadvantages. Through our services for individuals, families and employers; MRCI is able to create genuine opportunities for people of all abilities.
Services for Individuals: MRCI empowers individuals to reach their personal goals through skill building and employment opportunities.
Services for Employers: MRCI partners with employers to meet business needs and serve as an ongoing resource in diversity integration.
Services for Families: MRCI provides families the resources, support, and opportunity to keep loved ones with care needs living in their homes.
MRCI programs are accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), and the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
MRCI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit with a mission of "creating innovative and genuine opportunities for people with disabilities or disadvantages at home, at work & in the community."
Offices: 1750 Energy Dr, Mankato, Minnesota 56001, US · 2100 N Broadway St, New Ulm, MN 55073, US · 421 E Hickory Street, 400, Mankato, MN 56001, US
Providing innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with disabilities or disadvantages.
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1953
Headquarters
Mankato, Minnesota
LinkedIn followers
1,755
MRCI is one of Minnesota's largest human service non-profit organizations creating opportunities for people with disabilities and disadvantages. Through our services for individuals, families and employers; MRCI is able to create genuine opportunities for people of all abilities.
Services for Individuals: MRCI empowers individuals to reach their personal goals through skill building and employment opportunities.
Services for Employers: MRCI partners with employers to meet business needs and serve as an ongoing resource in diversity integration.
Services for Families: MRCI provides families the resources, support, and opportunity to keep loved ones with care needs living in their homes.
MRCI programs are accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), and the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
MRCI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit with a mission of "creating innovative and genuine opportunities for people with disabilities or disadvantages at home, at work & in the community."
Offices: 1750 Energy Dr, Mankato, Minnesota 56001, US · 2100 N Broadway St, New Ulm, MN 55073, US · 421 E Hickory Street, 400, Mankato, MN 56001, US