Employment Training Specialist (Webb)
Goodwill Industries•Wichita, KS
•Onsite
About The Position
For more than 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Kansas has been a trusted resource and advocate for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. At Goodwill Industries of Kansas, our mission is to transform lives and communities through the power of education, training and employment. Our vision is to be the leading resource for individuals seeking their fullest potential. We are looking for an Employment Training Specialist to play a key role in furthering our vision and mission in our day services department.
Requirements
- GED or high school diploma plus additional experience in business, marketing, social services, special education or other related fields.
- A valid driver's license is required.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Business, Marketing, Social Services, Special Education or other related field.
- Experience working with I/DD persons.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive job search and job alignment activities, including job coaching, job placement, and follow-along.
- Implement the Community Employment Program.
- Develop work sites with business and industry.
- Initiate agreements with business and industry based on their needs and the capability to meet those needs through the Community Employment Program.
- Coordinate problem-solving activities with referring agencies and seek necessary technical assistance to maintain employment.
- Provide monthly documentation as required by Vocational Rehabilitation.
- Be responsible for the health, welfare, and safety of clients served.
- Adhere to all safety policies and report violations.
- Support the mission statement and activities of other departments.
- Support the accessibility of services and facilities free of architectural, attitudinal, environmental, financial, communication, transportation, employment, and other barriers to persons with disabilities and barriers to employment.
- Adhere to all ethical standards and confidentiality of records.
- Provide and facilitate job club activities.
- Drive to community and training locations to conduct job responsibilities.
- Assume other responsibilities as requested by VP of Workforce Development.
- Attend weekly meetings as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
