WFS FCS Employment Specialist - Spokane, WA - Full-time/Hourly

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest; Spokane (WA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

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Benefits package

Résumé du poste

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest in Spokane is seeking an Employment Specialist to support participants under the Foundational Community Supports program. You will assess needs, build person-centered plans, and connect individuals to housing, health, and financial resources.

Requirements include an associate degree or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, insurance, and passing background and driver checks. This role offers a full-time/hourly schedule with competitive wages.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience or training.
• Must have valid driver's license, insurance, and pass both background and driver record checks.

Responsabilités

• Conduct intake and assessment to evaluate eligibility, background, abilities, interests, and support needs; ensure participants understand rights, benefits, and responsibilities.
• Develop and maintain independent, person-centered treatment plans with measurable goals and outcomes; revise plans after major life events.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with participants, care teams, referral agencies, and service teams.
• Provide counseling on career and educational pathways, including support for training and skill development for community-based employment and independent living.
• Connect participants to community resources addressing housing, childcare, mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, financial stability, and health care.
• Assist participants in understanding benefits and how earnings affect finances; refer to benefits counseling and report earnings.
• Provide individualized preparation for community-based employment, including resume help, workplace etiquette, confidence-building, and essential job skills.
• Match individuals with employment and volunteer opportunities aligned with interests and strengths; ensure fair wages and benefits.
• Offer long-term, personalized supports to ensure job retention, stability, and progress; foster natural workplace supports.
• Provide guidance on daily living skills and financial management for independent or supported living arrangements.
• Ensure safety and well-being of participants; implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Participate in community events to promote self-sufficiency and inclusion within local networks.
• Stay informed of community employment trends and support service opportunities to help participants make informed decisions.
• Keep up-to-date with state and federal regulations affecting FCS services.
• Meet or exceed program goals related to billable services, funding compliance, and participant success rates.
• Follow GIIN policies, CARF accreditation, and FCS program standards; maintain confidentiality and safety.

Formation

Associate degree or equivalent

Description du poste

Closes: 11/29/26 - Spokane, WA - Full-time/Hourly

Wage: $25.00 p/h

Employment Benefits: https://discovergoodwill.org/benefits/

Summary: Goodwill's (GIIN) Foundational Community Supports (FCS) program empowers individuals by providing tailored employment assistance, & promoting long-term stability. Employment Specialists work with participants to identify career opportunities, navigate barriers to employment, & connect to valuable community resources. Must have valid driver's license, insurance, and pass both background and driver record check.

Education &/or Experience: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience &/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following:

• Conduct intake & assessment to evaluate a participant's eligibility, background, abilities, interests, & support needs. Ensure participants understand their rights, benefits, & responsibilities under FCS service provisions. Maintain accurate database touchpoints.
• Develop & maintain independent, person-centered treatment plans with measurable goals & outcomes. Revise plans following significant events, such as major life transitions or changes in support needs.
• Establish & maintain strong relationships with participants, care teams, referral agencies, & service teams.
• Provide counseling on career & educational pathways, including support for training & skill development relevant to community-based employment & independent living.
• Connect participants to community-based resources that address challenges such as housing, childcare, mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence intervention, financial stability, & health care.
• Assist participants in understanding their benefits, including how employment & independent living decisions may affect their financial standing. Refer to benefits counseling & provide support in reporting earnings.
• Provide individualized preparation for community-based employment, including resume assistance, workplace etiquette, personal confidence-building, & other essential job skills.
• Assist in matching individuals with employment & volunteer opportunities aligned with their personal interests & strengths, ensuring fair wages & benefits comparable to others in similar roles.
• Offer long-term, individualized supports to ensure job retention, stability, & personal progress. Help foster natural workplace supports & provide motivation for continued independence.
• Provide guidance on daily living skills, financial management, & household stability for individuals navigating independent or supported living arrangements.
• Ensure the personal safety & well-being of all participants receiving FCS services, implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Participate in community fairs & events that promote self-sufficiency, employment opportunities, & broader inclusion within local networks.
• Stay informed of community employment trends & support service opportunities to help participants make informed decisions.
• Keep up-to-date with state & federal regulations affecting FCS services.
• Meet or exceed program goals related to billable services, funding compliance, & participant success rates.
• Provide services in accordance with GIIN policies, CARF accreditation, & FCS program standards, ensuring ethical practices.
• Work collaboratively with WFSto provide participant services.
• Follow all policies, procedures, & directives of GIIN assuring safety of personnel or property.
• Properly wear & maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain agency confidentiality. Violation of confidentiality is cause for immediate dismissal.
• Comply with all health, safety, & fire standards & all local, state, & federal regulations (WISHA & OSHA).
• Other duties as assigned.