Job detail
Vocational Specialist - Community Based
Merakey
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/18/2026
Location
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Salary
$23 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The vocational specialist will support individuals with serious mental illness in achieving employment and educational goals by leading consumer engagement using the supported employment model in community settings. Key duties include conducting vocational assessments, developing individualized plans, providing job coaching, and building relationships with employers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree, preferably in rehabilitation counseling, or 1-2 years of experience supporting individuals with mental illness if the preferred degree is absent. A valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle are required for travel throughout cumberland and perry counties.
bachelor degreeDaily Living SkillsJob PlacementWorkplace SafetyJob CoachingInterview PreparationTeam MeetingsResume WritingCommunity VisitsEmployment PlanningRecovery PrinciplesJob RetentionVocational AssessmentCommunity Support PlanningJob Readiness WorkshopsEmployer Relationship BuildingAssertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Benefits
- Dental
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retirement plan
- Employee discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision coverage
- DailyPay
- Comprehensive medical
- On the Goga well-being platform
- Healthcare advocacy support
- Elder care
- Household services
- Educational partnerships
- Pryor Online Learning
- Access Care.com for backup childcare