Workforce Development Specialist

Easterseals Redwood; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health Insurance options

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 50

Dental and Vision Insurance options

Disability Insurance options

Education and Professional Development

Free daily lunch

Humana EAP

10 Paid holidays

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Easterseals Redwood in Kentucky is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to coordinate case management, youth services, and community partnerships to improve education and employment outcomes.

The role emphasizes assessment, planning, outreach, and documentation, with a focus on confidentiality, attendance, and collaboration with schools, service providers, and families. The position requires flexibility and a commitment to mission-driven service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field is preferred.
• Must be able to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management to youth in CCMEP WIOA Youth services, coordinating with schools and community providers.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of academic levels, work skills, and service needs for each youth.
• Develops an Individual Opportunity Plan for each participant per policy.
• Outreaches and recruits youth for WIOA services.
• Identifies and arranges services meeting youth needs and supports after exit.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - FULL-TIME

About Easterseals Redwood
A leading human service provider dedicated to empowering children and adults with disabilities, military veterans, and people facing disadvantages. Our mission focuses on education, employment, health, and community enrichment, with a goal to impact 10,000 lives annually by 2030.

Core Responsibilities

• Provides case management services to youth enrolled in CCMEP WIOA Youth services, collaborating with schools and community providers to ensure academic and work‑readiness training.
• Conducts ongoing, objective assessments of academic levels, work skill levels, and service needs for each youth.
• Develops an Individual Opportunity Plan for each participant according to policies established by Job and Family Services and the DOL.
• Outreaches and recruits youth for WIOA services.
• Identifies and arranges for new or continuing services that meet individual youth needs, including when youth complete services, disengage, or face new barriers.
• Conducts follow‑up for twelve (12) months after each youth’s exit.
• Advocates for youth in securing needed services and navigating complex service delivery systems.
• Conducts training seminars and support groups for youth participants.
• Documents service interventions, services received, and follow‑up to ensure alignment with WIOA guidelines.
• Maintains accurate records, including case notes, monthly reports, intake forms, activity logs, mileage/expense reports, and other required documentation.
• Works well with community providers and develops partnerships that embrace youth needs.
• Provides appropriate referrals to existing community resources, ensuring follow‑up.
• Demonstrates creativity in meeting youth needs and thinking outside the box.
• Attends meetings as required by supervisor, vice‑president, or agency.
• Maintains confidentiality of consumer files and sensitive subject matter.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance, and is flexible with schedule to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.

Professional Skills

• Manages change in a well‑planned manner consistent with Easterseals Redwood culture and the ability to respond to change.
• Possesses critical thinking and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Communicates effectively with individuals and/or groups in private and public environments.
• Makes timely and effective decisions in the absence of perfect information.
• Demonstrates flexibility when seeking solutions.
• Demonstrates appropriate culture in alignment with the Easterseals Redwood mission, vision, philosophy, values, and standards.
• Values cultural diversity and best recognizes and utilizes individual abilities, skills, and characteristics when collaborating with others.
• Employs active listening and effective time management skills.
• Fosters positive working relationships through effective interpersonal communication.
• Seeks agreement between internal and external stakeholders to meet the interests of all parties.
• Promotes effective business and public relations for the agency by representing Redwood on request.

Education & Qualifications

• An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Must be able to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

Benefits

• PTO and Extended Illness Time
• Health Insurance options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Disability Insurance options
• Education and Professional Development Assistance
• Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)
• Humana Employee Assistance Plan
• 10 Paid holidays
• Growth Opportunities