Employment Specialist (Full-Time)- Lima

2350 Allentown Rd, Lima, OH 45805, USA ● Lima, OH, USA Req #165
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Do you have a desire to work for an organization driven by empowerment and full inclusion? Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley is one of the largest employers in the region; with the mission to empower those with disadvantages and disabilities to improve their quality of life. We employ over 600 associates just in our retail stores alone. GESMV also offers over 40 programs and services to the community ranging from job readiness programs to assistive technology services. We offer part-time and full-time positions, with a variety of schedules and hours available. We are always looking for driven, enthusiastic people to join our team.
Employment Specialist- Lima
 
$750 Sign-On Bonus (Restrictions Apply).
Remote work option and flexible schedule available.
Eligible for benefits including: Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, and more!
  
Summary
 
To organize, plan and implement a systematic method of identifying, contacting, and maintaining rapport with area employers' job openings. Assist clientele in securing appropriate full-time, part-time competitive employment. To make efforts to market all services available through the Agency when contacting prospective employers. Provide assistance, encouragement and support to consumers as they learn job functions and appropriate behaviors for maintaining employment. A variety of work experience and knowledge of the current job market is necessary. Other job functions will include the ability to complete weekly written reports, attend appropriate staff meetings, and display strong consumer advocacy.
 
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
 
  • Develop an Individual Employment Plan for each participant based upon a Needs Assessments and update quarterly, at minimum.
  • Provide comprehensive assessments, job seeking skills, career counseling, exploration, and development to job applicants.
  • Assist applicants in contacting and obtaining interviews from appropriate prospective employers.
  • Help participants identify continuing barriers to employment as they may develop in the job search.
  • Maintain a liaison relationship with referring agencies regarding applicant’s progress.
  • Provide own transportation to visit employers and participants on site, as needed.  Travel within the community to assist customers in securing employment and/or other resources.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of a broad range of occupations and jobs as wells as local employment, vocational, and educational resources.
  • Train consumer according to I.S.P. (Individual Service Plan), goals and objectives as noted by support team.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 
 
  • Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Business Education, Social Science or related field. Minimum of one-year experience in field of vocational rehabilitation or job development. Experience in the field may be substituted for Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Individual with Certified Employment Support Professional credential (CESP) preferred.
    Involvement in implementation and development of training programs for adults with disabling and disadvantaging conditions.
  • A strong background in instructing, vocational rehabilitation, vocational assessment, and job placement services.
  • Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
 
Qualifications
 
Must maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to Goodwill's liability insurance provider.
 
Maintain the ability to pass a criminal background check and random drug screens.
 
 
 
The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job and/or apply for the position, absent undue hardship.
 
This job description is not to be interpreted as an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform additional job- related tasks as assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including, but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
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  • 2350 Allentown Rd, Lima, OH 45805, USA
  • Lima, OH, USA