Opportunity Accelerator Job Placement Specialist - Denton

Goodwill North Central Texas is a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals through education, training, and employment opportunities. With a mission deeply rooted in community support and economic development, Goodwill serves a wide range of clients by providing resources to improve their quality of life and enable self-sufficiency. Located in Denton, Texas, specifically at 2030 West University Drive, this branch of Goodwill offers vital services to residents in the area, contributing to regional workforce development and enhancing community well-being. Known for its commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity, Goodwill North Central Texas fosters a supportive environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds can thrive and achieve their career goals.

The Opportunity Accelerator Job Placement Specialist role at Goodwill North Central Texas plays a pivotal part in realizing this mission. This full-time, exempt position with a typical Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm schedule, offers an annual salary ranging from $43,000 to $45,000. The specialist is primarily responsible for creating, maintaining, and expanding business and community partnerships to generate employment opportunities for program participants. By conducting outreach to employers and community stakeholders, the specialist facilitates a robust job flow into Goodwill’s resource centers and offices. They are instrumental in bringing innovative placement strategies to the table by researching best practices in the field and applying them to local initiatives.

In this role, the specialist manages a dynamic caseload, preparing clients for employment readiness, helping them overcome barriers through community referrals, and tracking their progress through retention checks at 30, 60, and 90 days post-employment. The position emphasizes communication, requiring the specialist to consistently update job orders and leads in CaseWorthy, the organization’s case management system, and document all client and employer interactions in a timely and accurate manner. The role demands a proactive approach, including making a minimum of 20 calls weekly, generating job orders, conducting employer visits, and meeting monthly job placement goals.

Candidates for this role must be excellent communicators and self-starters with a strong ability to collaborate across various teams. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and standard computing systems is essential, and bilingual skills are considered a plus. The position also requires physical stamina to manage a fast-paced work environment, balancing time between office settings and community engagements, often requiring travel to off-site locations. Goodwill North Central Texas is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and adheres strictly to equal employment opportunity standards, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals regardless of diverse demographic attributes.

Overall, the Opportunity Accelerator Job Placement Specialist position is ideal for motivated professionals eager to make a real impact in their community by bridging the gap between job seekers and employers, supporting workforce development, and contributing to Goodwill’s broader social mission.