Merakey · 14 hours ago
Workforce Development Specialist
Altoona, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMerakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. The Employment Specialist is responsible for providing support and guidance to individuals in their pursuit of employment, helping them achieve meaningful employment and promoting their independence within the workforce.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
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
Must use personal vehicle for position
Qualification
Required
Assess skills and develop individualized plans to assist individuals in obtaining/maintaining employment
Develop a career pathway
Address any barriers/ potential barriers to employment, assist with job searching skills, resume writing, interviewing/social skills, and workplace behavior
Provide on the job support, provide strategies, teach skills, and promote workplace integration
Provide support to employers and assist with any 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
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
Must use personal vehicle for position
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.
Company
Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit organization that provides behavioral and mental retardation education services.
Founded in 1969
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
NJ Human Services
2024-09-04Grant· $0.24M
Leadership Team
Adam Levandoski
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