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CDS Program Specialist

MRCI
Burnsville, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026
### Job Duties

CDS Program Specialist

  • 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.

  • 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.

### Minimum Education Required

  • 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.

### Minimum Experience Required

Human Service Experience Required

### Shift

First (Day)

### Number of Openings

1

### Compensation

$21.23 - $26.54 / Hourly

### Postal Code

55337

### Job Type

Full Time

### Place of Work

Hybrid

### Requisition ID

9431

### Job Benefits

  • 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)

Salary : $21 - $27

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