WFS Employment Specialist (DDA Program) - Spokane, WA - Full-time/Hourly

Employment Services Coordinator Closes: 10/25/26 - Spokane, WA - Full-time/Hourly Wage: $20 - $22 p/h DOE Provide employment services to individuals with disabilities & disadvantages to include evaluation, assessment, training, coaching, placement, & retention services. Supervise &/or provide direct employment services to both funded & unfunded program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages. Driving is required so must have valid driver's license, clean driving record, proof of personal auto insurance, & pass driver record, & background check. Education &/or Experience : High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience &/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience. Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following: • 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. • Assist in developing natural supports for participants. • Assist participants in achieving the highest level of independent functioning. • Facilitate Person-Centered Planning. • Review each participant's referral information, vocational assessments, psychological profiles, work assets &/or limitations to determine appropriate job match. • Gather data & write reports of participants' work behaviors & progress. • Perform job & task analysis. • Provide hands-on supervision & support to participants/employees during their learning & performance of job duties. • Act as a job coach & trainer for program participants. • Develop & conduct job-readiness services to ensure participants receive necessary assistance & instruction. • Stay informed of current wage trends. • Assist participants in seeking, obtaining, & retaining transitional & competitive employment. • Develop jobs related to participants' abilities, limitations, job needs, & desires. • Educate individuals about educational/career planning opportunities. • Model appropriate work behaviors & interpersonal skills. • Assist employer with participant training, support, & job accommodations. • Assist employer in developing natural supports for participants. • Educate employers about the effectiveness, profitability, & benefits of employing individuals with disabilities &/or disadvantages. • Inform business, labor, & the general public about Goodwill services & available potential employees. • Determine the worksite is properly equipped to ensure participant safety. • Work at more than one location with multiple caseloads. • Provide Independent Living services as directed by contract & service plan/authorization. • Follow all policies, procedures, & directives of Goodwill Industries assuring safety of personnel or property. • Work collaboratively with WFS to provide participant services. • 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.