Description
Position: Pre-Employment Specialist
Shift: FT Days - 40/hrs per week
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:
The primary role of the Pre-Employment Specialist (PES) is to support individuals with developmental disabilities (I/DD) as they develop the skills necessary for competitive employment. PES will deliver services by utilizing volunteer opportunities to mimic competitive job tasks throughout the Mercy healthcare system. PES will assess the individual needs of the program participants, develop goals, and progressively track outcomes in accordance with the guidelines set by the Productive Living Board.The PES will perform responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercys Mission, Service Standards, and Core Values.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma with additional training in Special Education or related field.
Experience: A minimum of 2 years experience working with persons developmental disabilities.
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.
Negotiates and interacts effectively with service providers, the Productive Living Board, and other outside resources.
Good problem-solving skills required.
Able to work independent and manage time effectively.
Preferred Education: Bachelors in special education or related field. 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.
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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