Employment services
Help to explore careers, find a community job and keep it. Employment Exploration, Development and Support for adults on the CADI, DD, BI or CAC waiver in Minneapolis.
- Waivers accepted
- CADI, DD, BI and CAC
- Who we serve
- Adults 18 and older
- Licensed by
- Minnesota DHS, 245D license #1108645
- Where
- North Minneapolis
Three services, one path to work
Employment Exploration, Employment Development and Employment Support are Minnesota waiver services. You can use one, two or all three, in order or on their own.
Employment Exploration
For people who are not sure what work they want yet. You try real jobs and workplaces in the community, learn what you like and what you are good at, and decide on a direction.
- Work experiences in community businesses
- Career interests and skills discovery
- One-on-one coaching and mentoring
Employment Development
For people ready to look for a job. We learn your strengths, build your resume, practice interviews and search for jobs with you until you are hired.
- Strengths, skills and interest assessment
- Resume writing and interview practice
- Job search and contact with employers
Employment Support
For people who have a job. A job coach supports you at work, helps with accommodations and solves problems with you and your employer, so you keep your job and grow.
- On-the-job coaching
- Help asking for reasonable accommodations
- Planning for more hours, raises or new roles
Who qualifies
- Adults 18 and older
- On the CADI, DD, BI or CAC waiver
- Want to work in a community job
No waiver yet? See eligibility and waivers.
How to start
- Tell your case manager you want to work and ask for Peace of Mind Care Center.
- Your case manager sends us a referral online, by fax or by email.
- We meet you, set goals together and begin once services are authorized.
For case managers
Add Employment Exploration, Employment Development or Employment Support to the support plan and send us the referral. We confirm receipt and contact you to schedule intake.
If VRS is closed or waitlisted, Employment Development can be authorized through the waiver. Include the VRS ineligibility or closed priority category letter with the referral.
Questions about employment services
Do I have to do all three services?
No. Many people start with the service that fits where they are now. Your case manager and our team decide together what makes sense.
What kinds of jobs?
Jobs in the community that match your interests and strengths, with regular pay alongside coworkers. We explore options with you rather than placing you in a set job.
Can I keep my benefits if I work?
Many people can. Ask your case manager about a benefits planning session before you start working so you know how income affects your benefits.
How long does it take to start?
It depends on when your support plan is updated and services are authorized. We contact you after we receive the referral and keep you and your case manager updated.