Employment Specialist & Job Coach — Disabilities Support

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest provides employment services to individuals with disabilities & disadvantages, including evaluation, training, coaching, placement, & retention services. Driving is required with a valid license, clean driving record, proof of auto insurance, & background check.

Supervise or provide direct employment services to program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages; assist with program development, referrals screening, & data entry into

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1-3 months related experience &/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Must have valid driver's license, clean driving record, proof of personal auto insurance, & pass driver record, & background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development & implementation of programs & services.
• Assist with the screening of referrals for appropriate program & service options.
• Establish & maintain good working relationships with employers, participants, referral agencies, & all team members.
• Follow up on participant progress.
• Ensure all paperwork & related activities are current, accurate, & in compliance.
• Enter required data into the Participant Case Management database in a timely & accurate manner.
• Stay informed of state & federal laws affecting the organization & the people it serves.
• Submit data for continuous improvement outcome reporting system.
• Attend meetings, conferences, training, & workshops
• Make recommendations on necessary changes in policy or management style.
• Track revenue & expenses.
• Meet or exceed projected revenue or billable hour goals.
• Provide services in accordance with Goodwill policies, CARF standards, & principles of safety.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Data entry

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 months related experience &/or training

Tools

Participant Case Management database

Job description

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest provides employment services to individuals with disabilities & disadvantages, including evaluation, training, coaching, placement, & retention services. Driving is required with a valid license, clean driving record, proof of auto insurance, & background check.

Supervise or provide direct employment services to program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages; assist with program development, referrals screening, & data entry into