WFS Employment Specialist (DDA Program) - Spokane, WA - Full-time/Hourly

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest•Spokane, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide employment services to individuals with disabilities & disadvantages to include evaluation, assessment, training, coaching, placement, & retention services. Supervise &/or provide direct employment services to both funded & unfunded program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages. Driving is required so must have valid driver's license, clean driving record, proof of personal auto insurance, & pass driver record, & background check.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience &/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
Valid driver's license
Clean driving record
Proof of personal auto insurance
Pass driver record check
Pass background check

Responsibilities

Assist with development & implementation of programs & services.
Assist with the screening of referrals for appropriate program & service options.
Establish & maintain good working relationships with employers, participants, referral agencies, & all team members.
Follow up on participant progress.
Ensure all paperwork & related activities are current, accurate, & in compliance.
Enter required data into the Participant Case Management database in a timely & accurate manner.
Stay informed of state & federal laws affecting the organization & the people it serves.
Submit data for continuous improvement outcome reporting system.
Attend meetings, conferences, training, & workshops.
Make recommendations on necessary changes in policy or management style.
Track revenue & expenses.
Meet or exceed projected revenue or billable hour goals.
Provide services in accordance with Goodwill policies, CARF standards, & principles of safety.
Assist in developing natural supports for participants.
Assist participants in achieving the highest level of independent functioning.
Facilitate Person-Centered Planning.
Review each participant's referral information, vocational assessments, psychological profiles, work assets &/or limitations to determine appropriate job match.
Gather data & write reports of participants' work behaviors & progress.
Perform job & task analysis.
Provide hands-on supervision & support to participants/employees during their learning & performance of job duties.
Act as a job coach & trainer for program participants.
Develop & conduct job-readiness services to ensure participants receive necessary assistance & instruction.
Stay informed of current wage trends.
Assist participants in seeking, obtaining, & retaining transitional & competitive employment.
Develop jobs related to participants' abilities, limitations, job needs, & desires.
Educate individuals about educational/career planning opportunities.
Model appropriate work behaviors & interpersonal skills.
Assist employer with participant training, support, & job accommodations.
Assist employer in developing natural supports for participants.
Educate employers about the effectiveness, profitability, & benefits of employing individuals with disabilities &/or disadvantages.
Inform business, labor, & the general public about Goodwill services & available potential employees.
Determine the worksite is properly equipped to ensure participant safety.
Work at more than one location with multiple caseloads.
Provide Independent Living services as directed by contract & service plan/authorization.
Follow all policies, procedures, & directives of Goodwill Industries assuring safety of personnel or property.
Work collaboratively with WFS to provide participant services.
Properly wear & maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Maintain agency confidentiality. Violation of confidentiality is cause for immediate dismissal.
Comply with all health, safety, & fire standards & all local, state, & federal regulations (WISHA & OSHA).
Other duties as assigned.