What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Resource Specialist position at MINNESOTA VALLEY ACTION COUNCIL INC?
About Us
Minnesota Valley Action Council (MVAC) is a nonprofit community action agency serving south-central Minnesota since 1965. We partner with individuals, families, and communities to promote economic stability and opportunity through housing, transportation, employment, education, and supportive services.
MVAC serves the counties of:
Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, and Watonwan.
Our Core Values
- Build Supportive Relationships – Strong partnerships strengthen individuals and communities
- Empower People – Everyone deserves the opportunity to set and achieve their goals
- Promote Dignity – Deliver equitable services that respect and value all people
- Work Together – Support clients, colleagues, and community partners
Position Summary
The Family Resource Specialist provides employment and vocational services to help participants obtain and retain employment. This role includes assessment, career counseling, case management, job search assistance, group facilitation, and ongoing retention support.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Compliance & Documentation
- Understand and implement program rules, regulations, and procedures
- Meet expected program outcomes and performance benchmarks
- Collect and maintain required participant documentation
- Seek guidance from supervisor as needed
2. Employment & Vocational Services
- Collaborate with internal staff, Human Services, and community partners to support employment and training goals
- Conduct program orientations and participant interviews
- Assess participant needs, strengths, and goals using established tools
- Develop individualized employment plans with clear goals and timelines
- Provide career exploration using labor market information
- Monitor participant progress and adjust plans as needed
- Offer ongoing support, advocacy, and resource coordination
- Assist with:
- Job search and application skills
- Resume and interview preparation
- Employment retention strategies
- Facilitate individual and group-based employment services
- Coordinate work experience and volunteer opportunities
- Maintain accurate client data using systems such as WorkForce One, CSB, and THO
3. Relationship Building & Community Engagement
- Build and maintain professional relationships with:
- Participants
- Co-workers
- County Human Services
- Schools and community organizations
- Establish partnerships with:
- Workforce Centers
- Educational institutions
- ABE, GED, ESL programs
- Promote MVAC services within the community
- Present to local schools, businesses, and youth groups (as applicable)
- Participate in community groups with supervisor approval
Benefits
Your benefits may include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance resources
Minnesota Valley Action Council, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MVAC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, directives, and regulations and regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. MVAC is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for applying for this position, please email hr@mnvac.org or call (507) 345-0440.
Qualifications:Required Qualifications
- 2 years of experience assisting individuals in obtaining and retaining employment
- 1 year of experience in assessing vocational skills, interests, aptitudes, and abilities
- Skilled in preparing written evaluation reports and documentation
- 1 year of experience in networking and collaborating effectively with community partners and service providers
- Skilled in developing individualized participant plans and providing case management services
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human services-related field
- Knowledge of human services programs
Salary : $21 - $22