Workforce Solutions Specialist - Easterseals, Inc.

Who We Are

Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through life-changing disability and community services. 

Through our national network of affiliates, Easterseals provides essential services and on-the-ground supports to more than 1.5 million people each year — from early childhood programs for the critical first five years, to autism services, to medical rehabilitation and employment programs, to veterans’ services, and more. Our public education, policy, and advocacy initiatives positively shape perceptions and address the urgent and evolving needs of the one in four Americans living with disabilities today. 

At Easterseals, we are committed to diversity and are proud to be a disability-friendly employer.  We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute their skillsets. 

We actively support employees with disabilities, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and accommodations they need to excel in their roles.  Our culture is one of belonging where everyone can feel valued, empowered, and respected.  

If you're passionate about working in an inclusive and supportive environment that values diversity, we encourage you to apply and join our team to positively impact the communities we serve. Your talents are welcome here, and we look forward to how we can grow and succeed together. 

Who You Are

The Workforce Solutions Specialist provides direct services to the Senior Community Service Employment Program participants in conjunction with partnering agencies, adhering to Easterseals, Inc. and Department of Labor guidelines. 

What You'll Do

Workforce Solutions duties and outreach: 

• Market, recruit and promote to potential employers the benefits and employment supportive services provided by Easterseals including addressing employee’s special needs. 
• Make appropriate employment referrals based on participant qualifications and conducts necessary follow-up with participants once employment is secured. 
• Conducts intensive marketing and job development activities to secure placements, including informational interviews, cold calling, letters, presentations, business networking, etc. 

Case Management: 

• Recruits program participants and Host Agency training sites.
• Matches participants to Host Agency training sites based upon participant needs, interests, and abilities.
• Conducts eligibility interviews for SCSEP program applicants and determines eligibility using Department of Labor guidelines.
• Identifies individual barriers to employment, maintains and updates knowledge of community providers and services offered, and makes appropriate referrals; Conducts or oversees a formal orientation for new participants as needed.
• Develops and maintains appropriate participant files, database information and reports required by Easterseals, Inc. and the Department of Labor.
• Manages and ensures confidentiality of all files and records, maintaining compliance with the organization’s guidelines, policies, and Department of Labor regulations. 

Community Collaboration Initiatives: 

• Stays informed of community, agency, and program information through inter-office communications, attendance at staff meetings, participation in professional development activities and other community networking events. 
• Markets Easterseals and SCSEP to the community through public speaking engagements, employer contacts, etc., for the purpose of identifying placing and training opportunities for participants.
• Provides adequate on and off-site supports to participants and employees to ensure job success.  
• Contributes to an organizational culture of innovation and exemplary performance Understands and endorses the mission and values of Easterseals. 

Performs other duties as requested. 

What You Bring

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

• Must have the ability to work well with all levels of the organization and individuals with multiple barriers  
• Must have the ability to manage multiple projects 
• Must be well organized, detailed oriented, and accuracy driven 
• Must be able to handle assignments quickly and efficiently, meet deadlines, and handle confidential matters in a mature and responsible manner 
• Must exhibit excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate initiative, motivation and excellent communication skills 
• Spanish speaking preferred 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• A minimum of a Bachelors’ Degree in Social Service or related field plus two years’ work experience conducting vocational assessments and employment services - work experience may be substituted for education.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and the Internet. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. 

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package!