Youth Workforce Development Navigator

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

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.