Workforce Development Specialist

Easterseals Redwood; Ohio; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & extended illness time

Health insurance options

401K with company match

Dental & Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Education & professional development

Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)

Humana EAP

10 paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Easterseals Redwood is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to provide case management for CCMEP WIOA Youth services and collaborate with schools and community providers. The role focuses on ensuring youth engage in academic and work readiness training and connect to employment or post‑secondary options.

The position emphasizes developing individualized plans, outreach to youth, and follow-up for up to 12 months after exit, with a strong commitment to equal access and supportive services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with IRCA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management services to youth enrolled in CCMEP WIOA Youth services.
• Develops an Individual Opportunity Plan for each participant according to policies and procedures.
• Conducts outreach and recruitment of youth for WIOA services.
• Identifies and arranges for new or continuing services and activities that meet individual youth’s needs.
• Conducts follow-up for twelve months after each youth’s exit.
• Serves as an advocate for youth in securing needed services and navigating the service delivery system.
• Conducts training seminars and support groups for youth participants.
• Documents service interventions and follow-ups to ensure needs are met within WIOA guidelines.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - FULL-TIME

Who is Easterseals Redwood?

At Easterseals Redwood, we believe in the power of purpose and the power of work. We empower children and adults with disabilities, military veterans, and people facing disadvantages in our region to live full and meaningful lives. Our programs are designed to meet individuals where they are -- to enrich education, expand employment, enhance health, and elevate our communities.

By 2030, 10,000 people each year will say Easterseals Redwood makes their lives better. As one of the largest human service providers in the region, our team members won’t rest until every one of us is valued, respected, and accepted.

Our Values: Believe in people, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact, and Courage

Why join Easterseals Redwood as a Workforce Development Specialist:

• 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

Position Summary:

Provides case management services to youth enrolled in CCMEP WIOA Youth services including working with schools, and community providers to ensure youth engage in academic and work readiness training as well as assisting youth in completing their graduation requirements and connecting to employment and/or post-secondary education.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides ongoing, objective, and customized assessments of the academic levels, work skill levels, and service needs of each youth.
• Develops an Individual Opportunity Plan for each participant according to the policies and procedures establishedby Job and Family Services and the DOL
• Conducts outreach and recruitment of youth for WIOA services.
• Identifies and arranges for new or continuing services and activities that meet individual youth’s needs. This may occur when youth complete services, are becoming disengaged, and/or are facing new barriers to success.
• Conducts follow-up for twelve (12) months after each youth’s exit.
• Serves as an advocate for youth in securing needed services and navigating the complexities of the service delivery systems.
• Conducts training seminars and support groups for youth participants.
• Document service interventions, services received and follow-up to ensure services are meeting the needs of the youth and are also within the guidelines of the WIOA service model.
• Keeps accurate records by completing and maintaining required documentation including case notes, monthly reports, intake forms, activity logs, mileage/expense reports, etc.
• Works well with community providers and develop working partnerships that embrace the needs of youth.
• Develop good partnerships with community providers/resources (WOIA and non-WIOA) and make appropriate referrals and conduct follow-up to ensure youth needs are addressed within the guidelines of the WIOA service model.
• Make appropriate referrals to existing community resources and conduct follow-up.
• Be creative in meeting the needs of youth. Think outside the box.
• Attends meetings as required by supervisor, vice-president, or agency.
• Maintains confidentiality of consumer files and other sensitive subject matter.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works outside of normal schedule as needed to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.

Expectations for Professional Skills:

• Manages change in a well-planned manner consistent with Easterseals Redwood culture and capability to respond to change.
• Possesses critical thinking and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and/or groups in both 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 to complete work tasks.
• Employs active listening skills and effective time management skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication skills to foster positive working relationships with others.
• 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, course work, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Ability 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.