Merakey

Employment Specialist - Cambria County/Altoona


Pay$20.00 / hour
LocationAltoona/Pennsylvania
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 98138

      Description

      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 a FEE FOR SERVICE Employment Training Specialist to join our team at our program in Altoona, PA (Cambria County). This position currently is needed for 3rd shift and weekends, though that can change.

      No experience required - we provide PAID training.

      Earn $20 / hour.

      Position Details

      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 Clearfield County covering various shifts, including overnights. This is a great opportunity to supplement your current income.

      Benefits

      Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

      • DailyPay
      • Work/Life Balance
      • Flexible Schedules
      • Cell Phone Discount Plans
      • Employee Referral Bonuses
      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Care.com Membership

      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!

      Qualifications

      The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

      • Verifiable High School Diploma or GED.
      • Must be 18 years of age.
      • Must have a Valid Driver's License.
      • 6 months of experience is preferred in a Human Services or related field is preferred.
  • About the company

      We believe that everyone deserves a chance to reach their fullest potential. Since 1969, we’ve worked every day to enrich the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

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