Workforce Development Specialist

Easterseals Redwood•Hamilton, OH

About The Position

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - FULL-TIME Who is Easterseals Redwood? At Easterseals Redwood, we believe in the power of purpose and the power of work. We believe that with the right skills and support, everyone can achieve the thrill of success. Our programs are designed to meet individuals where they are -- to enrich education, expand employment, enhance health, and elevate our communities. By 2030, 10,000 people each year will say Easterseals Redwood makes their lives better. We empower children and adults with disabilities, military veterans, and people facing disadvantages in our region to live full and meaningful lives. As one of the largest human service providers in the region, our team members won’t rest until every one of us is valued, respected, and accepted. Our Values: Believe in people, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact, and Courage Why join Easterseals Redwood as a Workforce Development Specialist: PTO and Extended Illness Time Health Insurance options 401 K Retirement Plan with a company match Dental and Vision Insurance options Disability Insurance options Education and Professional Development Assistance Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus) Humana Employee Assistance Plan 10 Paid holidays Growth Opportunities Position Summary: Provides case management services to youth enrolled in CCMEP services including working with schools, and community providers to ensure youth engage in academic and work readiness training as well as assisting youth in completing their graduation requirements and connecting to employment and/or post-secondary education.

Requirements

An appropriate combination of education, training, course work, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides ongoing, objective, and customized assessments of the academic levels, work skill levels, and service needs of each youth.
Develops an Individual Opportunity Plan for each participant according to the policies and procedures established by Job and Family Services and the DOL
Conducts outreach and recruitment of youth for WIOA services.
Identifies and arranges for new or continuing services and activities that meet individual youth’s needs. This may occur when youth complete services, are becoming disengaged, and/or are facing new barriers to success.
Conducts follow-up for twelve (12) months after each youth’s exit.
Serves as an advocate for youth in securing needed services and navigating the complexities of the service delivery systems.
Conducts training seminars and support groups for youth participants.
Document service interventions, services received and follow-up to ensure services are meeting the needs of the youth and are also within the guidelines of the WIOA service model.
Keeps accurate records by completing and maintaining required documentation including case notes, monthly reports, intake forms, activity logs, mileage/expense reports, etc.
Works well with community providers and develop working partnerships that embrace the needs of youth.
Develop good partnerships with community providers/resources (WOIA and non-WIOA) and make appropriate referrals and conduct follow-up to ensure youth needs are addressed within the guidelines of the WIOA service model.
Make appropriate referrals to existing community resources and conduct follow-up.
Be creative in meeting the needs of youth. Think outside the box.
Attends meetings as required by supervisor, vice-president, or agency.
Maintains confidentiality of consumer files and other sensitive subject matter.
Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works outside of normal schedule as needed to meet workload demands.
Performs other related duties as required.