Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan ยท 4 weeks ago
Full-Time Workforce Development Training Specialist
Houghton, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expGoodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan is seeking a Full-Time Workforce Development Training Specialist to join their team. The role focuses on delivering and overseeing client programming, determining suitable training and employment for clients, and promoting job openings while coaching individuals with disabilities.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Responsible for delivery and oversight of client programming as assigned by Manager
Responsible for determining suitable training/employment consistent with clients desires, aptitudes, and physical, mental and emotional limitations; promoting and developing job openings and placing qualified applicants in employment settings; coaching and training persons with disabilities in organizational and community job sites
Establish and develop contacts with local businesses/service organizations in order to promote and develop job openings
Communicate incentives for employers and services for the client
Responsible for obtaining referrals
Assist clients in placement efforts including aiding in skill building, application completion, developing interview skills, teaching job retention skills, promoting safe work habits and promoting client awareness of appropriate work attire and hygiene
Responsible for creating accurate and timely case files in MITC, including case notes, intakes, annual report, six-month review, and/or AbilityOne documentation, and reporting such to funders
Responsible for incident reporting within caseload
Assist in obtaining assessment information and conducting intake interviews to determine suitable training/employment consistent with the clients' desires, aptitudes, and physical, mental, and emotional limitations
Responsible for supervision and coordination of program clients
Assist with the facilitation and development of community-based worksites
Teach WFD approved training modules
Market, coordinate, and supervise the vocational training programs
Responsible for tracking clients' hours
Responsible for maintaining appropriate records throughout job development consistent with the monitoring of the clients rehabilitation goals
Maintain an open line of communication with funders
Coordinate and monitor ongoing operations at community worksites
Facilitate movement of clients into competitive employment upon completion of vocational training, as appropriate
Promote appropriate personal work ethics, attire and hygiene when working with clients, local businesses/service organizations and referring agencies
Responsible for overseeing job coaching clients in community-based sites
Assist in job modifications for clients as necessary
Communicate with the employer on the work performed
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Responsible for maintaining a clean work area
Responsible for implementing safety practices
Aid customer in maintaining government benefits during employment
Being able to work and function as an effective team member
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
At least one year experience in a human service program required
Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance
Company
Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan
Since October 1965, the mission of Goodwill Industries of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan has been to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities by eliminating barriers to opportunity and helping people in need reach their fullest potential through the power of work.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase