Hire Workers with Disabilities near Minneapolis-St. Paul

People with disabilities add a valuable dimension to any company with job openings. NCSI can show you why it’s good business to tap this talented pool of workers, and help you find, recruit and hire people with disabilities.

Why Hire Ramsey County Workers with Disabilities?

The unemployment rate in the 7 County Metro Area for October 2022 was only 1.7% and there were 126,916 job vacancies. Unfortunately, many people with disabilities are unemployed or underemployed; according to the U.S. Department of Labor, in November 2022 for people ages 16-64 in the U.S.:

Graph that shows 39% of people with disabilities are employed, compared to 77% of people without a disability.

Source: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/research-evaluation/statistics

NCSI provides opportunities for people with disabilities to earn living wages while engaging in meaningful and productive work. The people who participate in our Employment Services bring a passion for their work, unique life perspectives, and a more diverse workplace experience to the businesses that employ them. The people we serve take pride in a job well done. When you employ people with disabilities, you create a deeper sense of meaning in your work environment.

How Can I Hire Workers with Disabilities in the Roseville and Saint Paul Area?

NCSI staff can help you streamline the process of finding, recruiting and hiring workers with disabilities. We provide Employment Development and Employment Support services to people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities interested in competitive, integrated employment in the community. Learn more about how we help people Plan and Find employment and Keep employment.

These services are offered at no cost to businesses (aside from the wages and benefits to the worker) and include:

  • Recruitment - Pre-screened and qualified candidates based on company needs.

  • Consultation - Technical assistance with employment and disability-related questions.

  • Job Coaching - To help ensure successful employment, including skill development.

  • Accessibility - Identifying job accommodations, job restructuring, worksite modifications, or barriers.

  • Follow-Up - Periodic post-hire check-ins from NCSI staff.

How Can I Get Started Finding Job Seekers with Disabilities in Ramsey County?

Start by contacting our executive director Jennifer Freeburg at Jennifer.Freeburg@NCSIdaysupports.org or 651-636-3343 ext. 101. We will schedule a meeting at your site with you and our employment staff. In order for us to help you recruit the best possible candidates, our staff will need detailed information when they come to visit. Here are some tips for getting the most from your meeting:

  • Show the NCSI staff the work environment for the uob.

  • Describe the relationship of the job to your business goals.

  • Describe in detail the essential job functions. Be open to alternative ways of getting the job done.

  • Describe your vision of the ideal candidate in terms of essential job skills, soft skills, and other factors that are important to you.

  • Disclose difficulties you’ve had with the job in the past, if any.