Description
We're a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”
Overview:
Employment Specialist (ES) will provide supported co-workers with developmental disabilities (I/DD) retention services under the Eastern Region Alliance policies.ES will assess individual needs of supported co-workers and their leaders in order to provide the necessary assistance to ensure job success. The ES will also help educate all co-workers on the principles and practice of Supported Employment. ES will perform responsibilities in a manner congruent with Mercys Mission, Service Standards, and Core Values.
Qualifications:
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years experience working with persons developmental disabilities.
- Required Education: High School Diploma with additional training in Special Education or related field
- Preferred Education: Bachelors in special education or related field preferred
- Preferred Experience: Previous experience in healthcare. Experience in a Special Education classroom with students 17-21 years of age and/or supporting people with development disabilities in community and work environments
- Other: Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required. Displays professional and courteous interactions with patients, co-workers, and other hospital personnel. Prioritizes appropriately and utilizes good judgement with use of time. Accepts delegations of tasks. Good problem-solving skills required. Able to work independent and manage time effectively.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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