What are the responsibilities and job description for the Re-Entry Specialist position at GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF EAST TEXAS INC?
The incumbent in this position will primarily be responsible for the teaching of Job Readiness classes for the Re-Entry Programs.
This individual will maintain close contact with participants during Job Readiness training and placement to resolve problems; perform intake and use resources available in Mission Servicers for transition into employment; coordinate job readiness and placement for participants coping with personal, social, and criminal histories; communicate with business partners to maintain employment for participants; verify/proofread documents/records as it pertains to eligibility requirements for the program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Data entry: referrals and participants’ information into the case management database system and the Re-entry drive. Enter notes daily when applicable, as well as participant logs.
- Proofread and verify confidential documentation and provide secure storage of confidential files.
- Assist in the training process of new participants and ongoing training to existing participants on or off-site locations. (when applicable).
- Coordinate day-to-day departmental communication, scheduling, and review of internal documents.
- Provide updates to the Re-entry Manager on a consistent basis regarding the Re-entry Program.
- Perform duties of a Job Readiness Specialist: Conducting Classes Onsite and Off-Site (incarcerated population).
- Training/certifications pertaining to job placement.
- Job Coaching duties as needed: Re-entry Participates in paid Training/Training.
- Provide Job Placement Services to Participate in Re-entry.
- Assist with Mission Services events and WAT duties (if applicable).
- Other duties as assigned by the Re-entry manager.
- Being a mentor to those attending classes on/off-site.
