Employment Training Specialist

Merakey; East Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Goga platform

Employee discount program

Pryor Learning

Job summary

Merakey is a non‑profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. The Employment Specialist assists individuals in pursuing meaningful employment and developing individualized plans, with duties spanning assessments, job development, coaching, and advocacy across shifts in the Aliquippa area.

The role supports collaboration with employers and support teams, helps with resume writing and interview skills, and emphasizes inclusion and independence within the workforce.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess skills and develop individualized plans to assist individuals in obtaining/maintaining employment.
• Address barriers to employment, assist with job searching, resume writing, interviewing, social skills, and workplace behavior.
• Provide on-the-job support, teach strategies, and promote workplace integration.
• Provide support to employers and assist with workplace accommodations.
• Collaborate with the individual, employers, planning teams, families, and community organizations.
• Advocate for the rights and inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities in the workforce.
• Implement strategies to monitor progress and document services.
• Maintain contact with individual support teams and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

High school diploma

18 years old

Valid driver’s license

ACRE certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Requirements

• 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.

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.

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.

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!