Employment Specialist IPS
Quick answer
Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago is hiring an on-site Employment Specialist IPS to develop employer partnerships, market job opportunities, and assist job seekers in achieving community employment. The role is based in Milwaukee, WI, and requires a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Wisconsin Driver's license.
- Role
- Employment Specialist IPS
- Organization
- Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
- Location
- JAMES O. WRIGHT CENTER, Milwaukee, WI 53225, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The Employment Specialist IPS is responsible for developing employer partnerships to identify job opportunities, market skills and strengths of job seekers, and assist individuals in reaching their goal of community employment.
What you'll do
- Develop employer partnerships to identify and customize job opportunities for individuals in the program.
- Market skills and strengths of people served and program support services.
- Collaborate with individual and Treatment Team to develop and implement the Recovery Plan of Care/Plan of Care.
- Independently organize and multi-task weekly activities and requirements to manage a caseload of 20-30 individuals.
- Provide counseling and guidance in the areas of career exploration, advocacy, personal grooming, financial, job seeking skills, problem-solving, community resources, and other resources and areas which may affect employment.
- Assist newly employed individuals in the orientation to the employer’s policies, procedures, products, services, standards, fringe benefits, and opportunities as needed.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s Degree required, and a minimum of 1 year experience.
- Valid Wisconsin Driver's license, a vehicle, and insurance coverage.
- Effective computer skills for reporting, communication, information gathering, and presentation purposes.
- Customer Focus, Values Differences, Communicates Effectively, Situational Adaptability, Drives Results, Ensures Accountability.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located at JAMES O. WRIGHT CENTER, Milwaukee, WI 53225, USA.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree, 1 year of experience, a valid Wisconsin Driver's license, and effective computer skills.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by applying now on the job posting page.
How to apply
Apply directly on Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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