Rural Minnesota CEP

Rural Minnesota CEP We truly believe that work is key to a successful life and are ready to help make employment dreams a

Making employment dreams a reality has been our goal for over forty years. We exist to assist people, employers and communities achieve success in meeting their economic goals. Our experienced staff provides multiple services to job seekers and employers, whether it’s a high school youth learning to navigate the job seeking system for the first time or person dislocated from a long time job needin

g to refresh skills in order to re-enter employment. We provide career counseling and direction to people in determining appropriate career paths and the actions needed to achieve their goals. We have developed valuable relationships with the employers in our communities to assist us in developing the work skills of our clients. We are able to focus on the needs of the job seekers, employers and grow our workforce skills that in turn strengthen our communities. RMCEP has adapted and evolved with the changing economic landscape. We have seen many changes in the programs that fund our services over our forty years of existence but have consistently provided a high level of quality services. We set our goals high and look to the future with anticipation of developing additional services to meet the ever changing needs of our workforce.

North Dakota Today - Workready Expo at the Loop
06/19/2026

North Dakota Today - Workready Expo at the Loop

recurring recording of North Dakota Today on KVLY

06/18/2026

RMCEP WILL BE CLOSED ON JUNE 19TH, WE WILL REOPEN ON MONDAY JUNE 22.

HAVE A SAFE AND MEANINGFUL HOLIDAY!

06/18/2026
Join DEED for an Employer Webinar - Unlocking Accessibility: How ERAF Can Transform Your Business • Learn More & Registe...
06/16/2026

Join DEED for an Employer Webinar - Unlocking Accessibility: How ERAF Can Transform Your Business • Learn More & Register Today! https://rebrand.ly/wd066we

PACER was pleased to welcome Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Julie Hocker in April! Assist...
06/11/2026

PACER was pleased to welcome Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Julie Hocker in April! Assistant Secretary Hocker met with youth and young adults who have benefited from the Minnesota Workforce Access for Youth (MN WAY) program, which serves transition-age (14-24) youth and young adults with disabilities in greater Minnesota. This included three representing RMCEP.

The Assistant Secretary opened the meeting by highlighting her role at the Department of Labor and invited participants to share their successes, insights, and any challenges they’re navigating.

Next, she and four youth participants in the ETM/MY WAY program visited PACER's Simon Technology Center where they learned about and demoed assistive technology (AT), including communication supports, switch-controlled devices, meta glasses, and a motorized toy car retro fitted with switches for a 3-year-old with limited mobility.

Finally, the Assistant Secretary continued her conversation with the four youth and three more who joined the conversation remotely. They discussed their participation in and the supports they were receiving through the ETM project and shared their career pathways, including diesel and auto mechanics, carpentry, disability rights consulting, public speaking, and internships.

The young adults shared their experiences with the MN WAY program and their perspectives on how the U.S. Department of Labor can provide support to help American youth and young adults with disabilities pursue their dreams of postsecondary education and dream jobs.

We hope the stories and input from the young adults and program staff helped highlight the importance of the ETM/MN WAY program for young people with disabilities in rural communities and are proud to be a part of this important effort!

For more information about the ETM/MN WAY program, view the flyer at: https://rebrand.ly/wfbwuic, or email [email protected] or [email protected].

MN WAY is funded through a U.S. Department of Labor Employment Transition Model (ETM) Demonstrant grant: https://rebrand.ly/ufeppgp

Brandon Larson recently received the Exceptional Leadership Award at the MFIP/Tribal TANF Conference. Learn how he helps...
06/10/2026

Brandon Larson recently received the Exceptional Leadership Award at the MFIP/Tribal TANF Conference. Learn how he helps people overcome challenges and break down complex programs into simple steps. https://rebrand.ly/q4y8p44

06/08/2026

Pathways to Prosperity client sparks new future. "Upon finding [RMCEP], this is truly the first time I ever felt hope!" Click here to learn more about Melody and the program:

Formerly incarcerated and recovering from addiction, Melody overcame significant barriers to find full-time employment as a welder.

Audrey Lukanen recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the MFIP/Tribal TANF Conference. She has worked here ...
06/04/2026

Audrey Lukanen recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the MFIP/Tribal TANF Conference. She has worked here for 36 years and trained several Rural Minnesota CEP team members. Thank you for all you do! https://rebrand.ly/2ajq0ue

Minnesota RETAIN is a free program that helps people get back to work after an injury or illness, and you don’t need a w...
05/28/2026

Minnesota RETAIN is a free program that helps people get back to work after an injury or illness, and you don’t need a workers’ compensation case to qualify. Learn how it can help you. https://rebrand.ly/3b4usl9

Rural Minnesota CEP would like to recognize Kirsten Waterman for receiving the Employment Counselor of the Year Award at...
05/27/2026

Rural Minnesota CEP would like to recognize Kirsten Waterman for receiving the Employment Counselor of the Year Award at the MFIP/Tribal TANF Conference. Thank you for all of the work you do! https://rebrand.ly/vytjenj

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Detroit Lakes, MN
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