Glaisha A. Atkinstall, Legal Advocate
B.S. Criminal Justice, Xavier University; M.A. Communication, Michigan State; 9 years Education & Training.
The Legal Assistant meets with members to identify legal issues hindering employment acquisition and retention. Connecting the Member with available resources and pertinent information to resolve legal issue(s) and working closely in conjunction with the Legal Aid Society of Cincinnati.
Oymma Barker, Director of Member Services*
Cincinnati Works Member
The Director of Member Services manages the Employment Support Specialists and a case load which includes participants from the Cincinnati Initiative to Reduce Violence, a hard to hire population.
Carol Buschhaus, Training Coordinator & Retention Specialist
B.S. Marketing, Indiana University; M.A. Education, Xavier University; Vocational Teacher
The Training Coordinator, in partnership with the Director of Employment Services, develops, monitors and adjusts curriculum materials and activities to ensure marketplace relevancy and successful preparation of Job Readiness Workshop participants. This includes the case load management of Members reaching a minimum of 6-months job retention by focusing their attention on the necessary steps for reaching self-sufficiency and ensuring smooth transition to the Advancement Coordinator at the 12-month job retention point.
Jacque Edmerson, Behavioral Counselor, Tri-Health
MSW, LISW University of Cincinnati, Community Mental Health
The Behavioral Counselor provides direct service to Cincinnati Works Members for their behavioral health needs. The Counselor facilitates workshop curriculum on topics such as fear, change, attitudes, communication and conflict resolution. Individual counseling is also provided to Members and their families. The Behavioral Health function is much like an Employee Assistance Program for Cincinnati Works Members.
Gloria Hill, Customer Service Representative
Cincinnati Works Member
The Customer Service Representative is the "first impression" for the organization providing a welcoming, warm, respectful, and encouraging experience. The CSR requires the ability to meet the needs of a diverse population which includes job seekers, funders, community partners, and board members.
Linda Humphries, Recruiter & Chaplain
Cincinnati Works Member
The Recruiter interviews, screens, assesses and recruits jobseekers for the Job Readiness Workshop and Advancement Program while offering Members’ support and spiritual guidance for a positive life and work endeavors.
Nakiya Kirton, Director of Community Relations & Marketing
B.S. Major, Fashion Design & Merchandising, Minor, Marketing, Kent State University
The Director of Community Relations & Marketing builds Member referral relationships with social service providers, other nonprofit organizations, churches, and individuals. The Director is responsible for development and execution of the marketing plan.
Nancy McKee, Employment Support Specialist*
B.A. Psychology, Northern Kentucky University
*The Employment Support Specialists provide support for Cincinnati Works Members in the processes of job readiness, job acquisition, and retention with the ultimate goal of promoting self-sufficiency. They proactively assist in problem solving with Members to manage plans to eliminate barriers to successful employment.
Vickie Mertz, Advancement Coordinator
Career in Workforce Development
The primary focus of this position is to help Members achieve economic self-sufficiency through career advancement via career assessment, planning, and coaching.
Glenna Parks, Director of Operations
17 years in Human Resources, Insurance Industry
The Director of Operations manages the staff working with Members and Employers in addition to overseeing office administration.
Amy Roberts, Next Step Employment Support Specialist*
B.S. Journalism, University of Alabama
The Next Step ESS manages a general population case load which includes foster youth participants transitioning to adulthood.
