What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Specialist position at Merakey?
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 Vocational Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team located in Washington, PA supporting Washington and Greene Counties.
Earn $21.14/hour.
Position Details
Responsible for creating new job opportunities within the community and maintaining contact with community employers. Requires knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and a recovery-driven service system.
The Vocational Specialist prepares individuals for real-world experiences, including employment and various community interactions. They share responsibility for carrying out rehabilitation and support functions, assisting in treatment, substance abuse services, education, support, and family consultation, all under the clinical supervision of professionally degreed staff.
Benefits
Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!
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!
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Qualifications
Earn $21.14/hour.
Position Details
Responsible for creating new job opportunities within the community and maintaining contact with community employers. Requires knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and a recovery-driven service system.
The Vocational Specialist prepares individuals for real-world experiences, including employment and various community interactions. They share responsibility for carrying out rehabilitation and support functions, assisting in treatment, substance abuse services, education, support, and family consultation, all under the clinical supervision of professionally degreed staff.
- Conducting workshops to assist individuals in employment preparation, covering topics such as interview attire, interview skills, resume writing, job searching, ergonomics/safe-lifting techniques, workplace safety, energy conservation techniques, and educational opportunities.
- Participating in treatment planning meetings.
- Collaborating with ACT members and consumers' natural supports to identify goals that aid in the housing process.
- Assisting in ongoing assessments of individuals' mental illness and symptoms, as well as their responses to treatment.
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
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!
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree. Preferred focus on rehabilitation counseling.
- 1-2 years of experience supporting individuals managing mental illness for candidates without the preferred bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling will be considered.
- Proficiency in recovery principles and working within a recovery-driven system.
- Valid Driver’s License. Travel is necessary to offer support across Washington and Greene County.
Salary : $21
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