Employment Specialist - Altoona

Merakey; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An extraordinary opportunity awaits as a part-time Employment Training Specialist with a dedicated team. This role offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals seeking employment while providing flexibility to supplement your income. You'll be instrumental in guiding clients towards meaningful employment, fostering their independence, and promoting inclusion in the workforce. The position offers paid training and various shifts, making it an ideal choice for those looking to balance work and life commitments. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and supports the community.

Benefits

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Care.com Membership

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
• Receive ACRE certification within 6 months of starting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and guidance to individuals seeking employment.
• Help individuals achieve meaningful employment and promote independence.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a FEE FOR SERVICE/PRN Employment Training Specialist to join our team at our program in Altoona, PA. This is a great way to supplement your current income as it is NOT full-time hours.

No experience required - we provide PAID training.

Earn $20 / hour.

Position Details

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 Clearfield County covering various shifts, including overnights.

Benefits

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

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!

Qualifications

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.