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

Closes: 10/25/26 - Spokane, WA - Full-time/Hourly Wage: $20 - $22 p/h DOE Employment Benefits: https://discovergoodwill.org/benefits/ NOTE: Please apply early, as this job posting is subject to removal before the deadline. Thank you. Summary: 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.