Workforce Development Specialist

Job overview

The Workforce Development Specialist role is onsite in Cincinnati, OH; compensation is not specified. Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is a nonprofit that provides job training, employment placement, and support services for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. The specialist helps participants pursue and maintain employment through assessment, individualized planning, job-search preparation, follow-up, and connections to community resources. The role also tracks outcomes and supports program compliance and reporting.

What you'll do

• Review participant assessments and identify employment barriers
• meet with participants to set goals and create action plans
• provide resume, cover letter, interview, and job-search support
• conduct job-readiness workshops
• maintain participant records and follow-up
• connect participants with community resources
• analyze outcomes and prepare reports
• ensure program compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

workforce development specialist

cincinnati oh

ohio valley goodwill industries

nonprofit

employment services

job training

career counseling

case management

resume support

interview preparation

job readiness

participant action plans

community resources

disability inclusion

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

A bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field is required. Experience in workforce development or employment counseling and career counseling certification are preferred.

About the employer

Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries Rehabilitation Center, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.