What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAREER SERVICES SPECIALIST position at Licking & Knox Goodwill?
Career Services Specialist- Newark Ohio
For Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries, Inc.
Location: Goodwill Career Services, various locations around Licking County
Pay: $17.50- $23.00/hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday Typically 8:00am – 5:00pm but must be flexible for an occasional evening, Saturday, or Sunday for Job Coaching.
Overview
This position is responsible for all tasks related to job development/placement procedures, job coaching services, and case coordination and management. Complete all paperwork related to the vocational rehabilitation services. Provide job development services including interviewing skills, resume and cover letter development, assistance with applications, and assistance with job leads. Promote the active participation of the person served on an ongoing basis and assume responsibility for implementation of plans. Network with employers. Assist with the maintenance of CARF standards. Teach Soft Skills Classes at the Licking County Justice Center and assist with Citizen Circle Facilitation.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Associates degree with coursework in psychology, rehabilitation, or social services
- Verifiable work experience may count in lieu of degree
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience in placement of individuals with disabilities preferred
- Experience in working with individuals involved with the justice system.
- Ability to effectively lead, supervise, and train clients
- Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and be able to meet established driving standards
- CARF knowledge is a plus
- Work unsupervised for long periods
- Have great customer service skills as well as be able to communicate well with public
- Will travel within Licking County with clients
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time as well as bend, twist, stoop and lift 25 pounds
- Must be able to pass BCI Background check, FBI Background Check (Only if not lived in Ohio 5 years), Sex Offender & Child Victim Offender Databases, US General Services Administration System for Award Management Database, Database of Incarcerated and Supervised Offenders, Abuser Registry, Nurse’s Aide Registry, The Ohio Dept of Medicaid exclusion and Suspension List.
Benefits:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance available for purchase
- Paid Vacation
- Company-paid life insurance
- Learn about more benefits at www.workatgoodwillnewark.com/benefits
Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries, Inc. provides training, employment, and support services to individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.
CS-04
03/05/2026-04/08/2026
EOE/AA/NGS/VET/Disability
Salary : $18 - $23