What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Training Specilaist position at Merakey?
Position: Direct Support Professional
Location: Altoona , PA
Pay Rate: 20.00 /hour
Shifts available: Evenings, and Weekends, days, varies
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, including overnights. 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.
Develop a career pathway.
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 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.
Qualifications:
must be 18 yrs old
must have High School Diploma/GED
Must have Drivers license and own vehicle