Emily Wagner
About Emily Wagner
Emily Wagner serves as the Community Employment Team Leader and Job Developer at Goodwill Industries International, where she has worked since 2012. She specializes in job development for individuals with disabilities and mental health issues, overseeing various vocational training programs and employment placements.
Work at Goodwill Industries International
Emily Wagner has been employed at Goodwill Industries International since 2011. She currently serves as a Vocational Trainer, a position she has held for 13 years. In addition to her role as a trainer, she has worked as a Community Employment Team Leader: Job Developer since 2012. In this capacity, she focuses on job development and placement services, particularly for individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges. Her responsibilities include marketing to new companies in the Fox Cities and Oshkosh areas to understand their job positions and company culture.
Education and Expertise
Emily Wagner earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where she studied Interpersonal and Organizational Communication and International Studies from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background supports her work in vocational training and job development, equipping her with skills in communication and organizational dynamics that are essential for her role in helping individuals secure employment.
Background
Emily Wagner has extensive experience in vocational training and job development, particularly for individuals facing significant challenges such as severe and persistent mental health issues. From April 2014 to May 2015, she oversaw the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) program in partnership with Outagamie County. This program focused on assisting individuals with mental health issues in finding and maintaining employment. She engages directly with clients to provide support in resume building and interview skills training.
Achievements
In her role at Goodwill Industries International, Emily Wagner leads the DVR's vocational REDI training program, which aims to facilitate successful employment placements. She provides coordinator services specifically for placements at local Walgreens retail stores. Her work has contributed to the successful integration of individuals with disabilities into the workforce, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing employment opportunities for underserved populations.