Employment Training Specialist - Elizabethville PA

Merakey; Elizabethville (Dauphin County); In loco; USD 28.000 - 30.000; Part-time

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Descrizione del lavoro

Merakey is seeking an Employment Training Specialist for a PRN role serving individuals in the Elizabethville area of Pennsylvania. The position offers pay of $20.00–$22.00 per hour with an enhanced pay option, flexible hours between 8:00 a.m.

and 5:00 p.m., and opportunities to develop individualized employment plans that promote community inclusion and successful job outcomes. Responsibilities include coaching, collaborating with employers, and maintaining documentation, with emphasis on

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.
• ACRE Certification within six months of hire.

Mansioni

• Assess individual strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals. Develop individualized employment plans that support job attainment and long-term success.
• Identify and address barriers to employment. Assist with job searches, resume preparation, interview skills, workplace etiquette, and social skills development.

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

#114689

Elizabethville, Pennsylvania, United States

Position Type

PRN (no set schedule or hours)

Shift

PRN Only

Work Schedule

PRN as needed

Description

Pay Rate: Earn 20.00 per hr and 22.00per hr w election of enhanced pay option

The Employment Training Specialist provides individualized support to people pursuing competitive, integrated employment. This role focuses on helping individuals achieve meaningful career goals, increase independence, and build successful connections within their communities and workplaces.

This position serves individuals throughout the Elizabethville areas. Work schedules are flexible and based on individual employment needs, with most services occurring between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking flexible, supplemental employment.

• Assess individual strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals. Develop individualized employment plans that support job attainment and long-term success.
• Identify and address barriers to employment. Assist with job searches, resume preparation, interview skills, workplace etiquette, and social skills development. Research employment opportunities aligned with individual preferences and abilities. Establish and maintain relationships with local employers.
• Provide individualized job coaching and skills training. Support individuals in learning job tasks and adapting to workplace expectations. Promote successful workplace integration and retention.
• Collaborate with employers to support successful employment outcomes. Identify and implement reasonable workplace accommodations when needed. Provide training and consultation to employers as appropriate.
• Work closely with individuals, families, support coordinators, employers, and community partners to ensure successful employment outcomes.
• Promote equal employment opportunities and community inclusion. Advocate for the rights and interests of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Monitor employment progress and track outcomes.
• Complete accurate, timely, and detailed service documentation and progress notes.
• Maintain regular communication with all members of the support team.
• Remain current on supported employment best practices and industry trends. Obtain and maintain ACRE Certification as required.

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (*not a substitute for major medical insurance).
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

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!

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must obtain ACRE Certification within six (6) months of hire.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.