base pay = 20 per hr, schedule varies based on client
The Employment Specialist is responsible for providing support and guidance to individuals in their pursuit of employment and plays a crucial role in helping individuals achieve meaningful employment and promote their independence and inclusion within the workforce. This fee-for-service role will be based in Aliquippa Area covering various shifts. This is a great opportunity to supplement your current income.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assessments and Individualized Planning- Assess skills and develop individualized plans to assist individuals in obtaining/maintaining employment.
- Job Development and Placement- Address any barriers/ potential barriers to employment, assist with job searching skills, resume writing, interviewing/social skills, and workplace behavior.
- Job Coaching and Support- Provide on the job support, provide strategies, teach skills, and promote workplace integration.
- Training and Support-Provide support to employers and assist with any workplace accommodations.
- Collaboration and Coordination- Collaborate with the individual, employers, planning teams, families, and community organizations.
- Advocate-Advocate for the rights and inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities in the workforce.
- Progress Monitoring- Implement strategies to monitor progress.
- Provide Documentation- Document services delivered. Ensure notes are accurate and descriptive.
- Maintain contact with individual support teams.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in employment services
- Receive ACRE certification
Merakey offers DailyPay! Acces your pay when you need it!
Eligibility for available programs varies based on employment status and hours worked.
- DailyPay – access your earned pay when you need it.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling, legal, and financial support.
- On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
- Employee discount program on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle purchases.
- Free online professional development through Pryor Learning.
- Additional programs may be available based on eligibility.
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.
Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today at www.merakey.org/careers to learn more.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Verifiable High School Diploma or GED.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must have a Valid Driver's License.
- Receive ACRE certification within 6 months of starting.
Skills Required
- Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
- Must be 18 years of age
- Valid Driver's License
- Receive ACRE certification within 6 months of starting
Merakey Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Merakey and has not been reviewed or approved by Merakey.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as robust, with multiple medical plan options, telemedicine, care navigation support, and certain specialty medications available at no cost through an affiliated pharmacy.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies are structured with separate vacation, sick, and personal time allocations plus paid holidays, and vacation increases with tenure.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and practical supports include an employee assistance program, tuition support, caregiving resources, discounts, and early wage access that can improve day-to-day financial flexibility.
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What We Do
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education non-profit provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations. We recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within our communities to reach their fullest potential.
