Workforce Solutions Specialist

ExtensisHR • Dayton, OH

2d • $50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

The Workforce Solutions Specialist provides direct services to the Senior Community Service Employment Program participants in conjunction with partnering agencies, adhering to Easterseals, Inc. and Department of Labor guidelines.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Must have the ability to work well with all levels of the organization and individuals with multiple barriers
• Must have the ability to manage multiple projects
• Must be well organized, detailed oriented, and accuracy driven
• Must be able to handle assignments quickly and efficiently, meet deadlines, and handle confidential matters in a mature and responsible manner
• Must exhibit excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate initiative, motivation and excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Spanish speaking preferred

Responsibilities

• Market, recruit and promote to potential employers the benefits and employment supportive services provided by Easterseals including addressing employee’s special needs.
• Make appropriate employment referrals based on participant qualifications and conducts necessary follow-up with participants once employment is secured.
• Conducts intensive marketing and job development activities to secure placements, including informational interviews, cold calling, letters, presentations, business networking, etc.
• Recruits program participants and Host Agency training sites; matches participants to Host Agency training sites based upon participant needs, interests, and abilities.
• Conducts eligibility interviews for SCSEP program applicants and determines eligibility using Department of Labor guidelines.
• Identifies individual barriers to employment, maintains and updates knowledge of community providers and services offered, and makes appropriate referrals.
• Conducts or oversees a formal orientation for new participants as needed.
• Develops and maintains appropriate participant files, database information and reports required by Easterseals, Inc. and the Department of Labor.
• Manages and ensures confidentiality of all files and records, maintaining compliance with the organization’s guidelines, policies, and Department of Labor regulations.
• Stays informed of community, agency, and program information through inter-office communications, attendance at staff meetings, participation in professional development activities and other community networking events.
• Markets Easterseals and SCSEP to the community through public speaking engagements, employer contacts, etc., for the purpose of identifying placing and training opportunities for participants.
• Provides adequate on and off-site supports to participants and employees to ensure job success.
• Contributes to an organizational culture of innovation and exemplary performance
• Understands and endorses the mission and values of Easterseals.
• Performs other duties as requested

Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed