Workforce Development Floater

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Workforce Development Floater – WORKF012592 The
Workforce Development Floater assists individuals with disabilities in
establishing meaningful connections within their community and provides
opportunities to build relationships, self-confidence, and independence
to supplement employment. RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL: Assist individuals with
disabilities in establishing meaningful connections within their
community and provide opportunities to build relationships,
self-confidence, and independence to supplement employment. The
Workforce Development Floater (WFD Floater) will work collaboratively
between WFD and Day Services in a variety of tasks which could include;
leading small groups and group activities, provide coaching and support,
and assist with case management. The WFD Floater will work with
individuals to develop their goal of maximum independence in work,
community-based activities and in developing meaningful, fulfillment
throughout their week. Additionally, the position will provide customer
service and support to our internal team and external customers by
assisting with other various initiatives as we continue to evolve our
services. This position requires travel throughout Milwaukee and
surrounding areas. Understand and abides by policies, procedures, and
programs. Typically works on projects and tasks that span 1 day – 3
months. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: 1. Through collaboration with individual,
family, stakeholders, and other staff assess the strengths, skills,
needs, and interests of each individual. Develop a process to explore
these subject areas with the intent of establishing a weekly routine of
community-based activities for each individual. 2. Champion activities
and goals that will build self-confidence and support advancement
towards greater independence in the community and less time in
facility-based programs. 3. Teach additional skills such as appropriate
social skills, grooming/hygiene, money management, safety and
transportation that allow the individual to become independent. Provide
coaching and training in the community with the goal of fading support
and maximizing the use of natural supports, as needed. 4. Provide
emotional and problem-solving support as needed to address potentially
problematic conditions or actions. Implement strategies and act as a
liaison between community organizations, the individual, and Goodwill as
needed to maintain relationships and the individuals community-based
activity. 5. Identify and create solutions for behavioral,
transportations and skill acquisition. 6. Complete assessments, write
regular case notes, and submit reports to referral sources. Maintain
records and documentation of individual progress as well as a directory
of connections in the community. Participate in meetings (as needed)
with referral sources and stakeholders. 7. Be available to work evenings
and weekends to provide support and maximize the availability of
community activities for the individuals we are working with. 8. Project
and Change Management: Effectively plans and manages own work to
reliably complete routine job responsibilities and special assignments.
Follows through on learning, skill building, and practice necessary to
adapt to change. 9. Problem Solving: General supervision, with work
regularly reviewed by manager or senior coworker. Uses technical skills
and knowledge to manage day-to-day tasks. 10. Technical Skill:
Practical, working knowledge of tasks, responsibilities, policies and
procedures. Able to learn and apply new concepts. 11. Community
Engagement: Serves as an ambassador for Goodwill in the wider community.
Participates in volunteer opportunities as schedule and interest permit.
12. Responsible for completing other duties/responsibilities as
assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer (SEW) (JOW) Equal Opportunity
Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with
disabilities/sexual orientation/gender ide tity OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIREMENTS: 1. Two years of college
education in counseling, special education, occupational therapy, social
services, or related field, or experience equivalency. 2. Must have
valid drivers license and driving record that meet insurance company
criteria. 3. Experience working with individuals with employment
barriers and experience working collaboratively with other departments
and community organizations to ensure individual and service success. 4.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Systems (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and
ability to learn and effectively use various workforce development
information systems. 5. Consistently produce high quality work with
particular attention to details and contribute to continuous process
improvement to maximize efficiencies and revenue. 6. Experience training
in a workshop, classroom, or presentation environment. 7. Possess
excellent written and verbal communication skills. 8. Willingness to
work collaboratively and be flexible as priorities may change
frequently. 9. Ability to work effectively within a team oriented,
professional environment. 10. Maintain a professional level of
confidentiality in all work-related activities. 11. Enter daily case
notes and other participant information into the Caseworthy system. All
entries should be in the system within 48 hours of interaction with the
participants, or sooner if delegated by the Center staff. CORE CULTURAL
COMPETENCIES: 1. Customer Focus: Independently anticipate and meet
customer nee APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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