Employment Specialist

Cincinnati, OH

Full Time

REHABILITATION SERVICES

Mid Level

For over a century, Ohio Valley Goodwill has been providing support, breaking down barriers, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities across Greater Cincinnati. At Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries, we are committed to transforming lives and strengthening communities by empowering individuals to reach their full potential. With a long-standing commitment to providing education, job training, and employment opportunities, Goodwill has become a recognized leader in creating pathways to economic independence for those facing barriers to employment.

We are looking for an Employment Specialist in our Placement Services Program. We are seeking a creative, people-oriented individual responsible for extensive networking with employers to identify job leads and negotiating job opportunities with employers once an opening has been identified. Performance will be monitored by the number of leads identified, number of interviews secured and number of job placements made each month.

Additional responsibilities include providing direct services, maintaining data on consumers, facilitating staffing, writing reports, case file documentation, and to advocate on behalf of individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Business/ Human Services or related field preferred. High School diploma required.

EXPERIENCE:    One-year experience working with individual with disabilities or two year’s work
experience in Placement, Sales or Marketing experience required.

KNOWLEDGE: Must be able to communicate in an effective and comprehensive manner with clients, business and rehab professionals. Familiarity with job market trends and needs primarily (but not solely) in the Cincinnati community.

SKILLS; Requires excellent verbal and written communication, solid judgment skills, ability to work effectively in groups and in one-on-one situations and to coordinate services from external and internal sources as it meets the needs of consumers.

The position involves extensive local travel, transportation of consumers and is a full-time position. Must pass DMV check (no more than 4 points) and possess appropriate auto insurance to transport participants (i.e. meet minimum state requirements).

Must pass Criminal, State and federal background checks and registry checks.

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is seeking individuals to serve in a mission driven organization that has over 100 years of success and provides the benefits including:

Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
Paid Vacation and Sick
Paid Holidays
403(b) with company match
Employee Assistance Program

Come join our award-winning organization and assist individuals with disabilities to obtain their career goals. If you’re looking for a rewarding, fulfilling experience, please join our team!

Please complete application and attach a resume with detailed work experience at www.cincinnatigoodwill.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.

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