Employment Specialist - Altoona - Altoona, PA

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

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as an Employment Specialist in Altoona, where you’ll support individuals in achieving meaningful employment. This flexible, fee-for-service role is perfect for those looking to supplement their income, offering paid training and a supportive work environment. Enjoy benefits like medical insurance, flexible schedules, and tuition reimbursement while making a real difference in the community. If you’re passionate about helping others and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

DailyPay

Flexible schedules

Cell phone discount plans

Employee referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Care.com membership

Qualifications

• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Must receive ACRE certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their pursuit of meaningful employment.
• Promote independence and inclusion in the workforce.

Skills

Verifiable High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

ACRE certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Specialist - Altoona

Position Type: Fee for Service

Shift: 1st Shift - no weekends

Work Schedule: PRN as needed

Requirements

• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid Driver's License
• Receive ACRE certification within 6 months of starting

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 Altoona, PA program. This role is ideal for supplementing your current income, as it does not involve full-time hours.

No experience required - we provide paid training.

Earn $20/hour.

Position Details

The Employment Specialist supports individuals in their pursuit of employment, helping them achieve meaningful employment and promoting independence and inclusion in the workforce. This fee-for-service role covers various shifts, including overnights, and is based in Clearfield County. It's a perfect opportunity to supplement your income.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Competitive compensation
• 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 educational services, supporting over 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states annually. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and strictly follow a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and welcome all Veterans.