Employment Training Specialist

Merakey • Sharon Hill, PA

70d • $20

About The Position

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 an Employment Training Specialist - Fee For Service to join our team at our program in Philadelphia, PA. Position Details The Employment Training Specialist (ETS) actively supports competitive employment as a primary outcome for Consumers. The ETS reports directly to the Employment Training Specialist Manager of Supported Employment. The ETS will provide vocational education, assessment, support and liaison services for adults with serious mental illness in order to place and maintain these individuals in competitive employment in the community. The Employment Training Specialist is responsible for assessing the skills and desires of Consumers, securing compatible employment within the community, providing on-site training, and continuing with follow-up supports and services for both the Consumer and the employer. The Employment Training Specialist will provide vocational education, assessment, support and liaison services for adults with serious mental illness in order to place and maintain these individuals in competitive employment in the community. Earn $20.00/hour. Benefits Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years' experience and knowledge of individuals with disabilities, including IDD/BH diagnoses and treatment
• Valid driver's License

Responsibilities

• assessing the skills and desires of Consumers
• securing compatible employment within the community
• providing on-site training
• continuing with follow-up supports and services for both the Consumer and the employer
• provide vocational education, assessment, support and liaison services for adults with serious mental illness in order to place and maintain these individuals in competitive employment in the community

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees