Community Employment Specialist

Merakey • Franklin Township, PA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a full-time Community Employment Specialist to join their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team based in Canonsburg, PA. This role provides direct, community-based support to individuals with mental illness living in Washington and Greene Counties. The position is grounded in the principles of the Supported Employment model, offering individualized assistance in vocational assessment, job development, placement, coaching, and skill-building. Support includes guidance with job applications, resume writing, GED preparation, and enrollment in educational programs. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, primarily 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with one day per week from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, and includes rotating holidays and an on-call/weekend rotation. The pay is $21.67/hour, plus mileage reimbursement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated experience working with adults with serious mental illness or in related human services roles (e.g., caregiving, residential support, home health, etc.).
• Valid Driver’s License. Travel is necessary to offer support across Washington and Greene Counties.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in rehabilitation counseling.
• Previous experience in supported employment or mental health recovery settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational assessments, develop individualized employment plans, and provide job coaching, placement, and retention support.
• Perform weekly home and community visits, using your own vehicle to assist with transportation and job-related tasks.
• Participate in daily team meetings and community support planning to align vocational goals with mental health recovery.
• Support individuals in developing daily living skills, including hygiene, nutrition, money management, and social engagement.
• Build relationships with employers, present the benefits of inclusive hiring, and lead job readiness workshops (e.g., resume writing, interview prep, workplace safety).
• Fulfillment of on-call duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED