Vocational Specialist

• Join Merakey’s extraordinary team as a Vocational Specialist for our Assertive Community Team (ACT). In this role, you will support individuals in achieving real-world experiences, including employment and community participation, by:
• Coordinating vocational services for all individuals served by the ACT team.
• Assisting individuals in securing employment, supporting job applications, and providing interview preparation.
• Conducting vocational assessments and assisting individuals in obtaining education or training for employment.
• Developing a network of employers open to working with individuals with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI).
• Educating and supporting families while advocating for the rights and preferences of individuals served.

Rate

$25.25/hour + mileage reimbursement

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver recovery-based, person-centered services that align with individual goals.
• Collaborate with individuals and family members to develop goal plans.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Use the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to motivate clients toward competitive employment, rapid job searching, job development, job coaching, and benefits education/support.
• Conduct weekly home visits in clients’ residences or community settings, using personal vehicles for transportation and community-based tasks.

Join us in empowering individuals to achieve their employment goals and live fulfilling lives. Apply now to become part of our dynamic team!

Benefits

• Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits]

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. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] 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

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in human service field.
• Registered QMHP in Virginia required.
• Valid Driver’s License. Travel is necessary to offer support across Tidewater region.
• Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system.