Jobs in Clifton Heights Pennsylvania

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking a Drug And Alcohol Therapist to join our team at our Methadone Clinic on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, PA.

Earn $26.67/hr.!

• Provide individual therapy and group therapy to individuals receiving substance abuse services.
• Ability to assess individuals and recommend appropriate services based on clinical need as well as individuals' ability and willingness to participate based on what stage of change they are in.
• Ability to manage a caseload of individuals and have knowledge of their treatment progress, engagement level, and treatment needs. This also includes strong clinical documentation skills and ability to maintain individuals chart meeting program, local, state, and federal documentation requirements, and standards.
• Provides necessary documentation maintaining clinical efficacy and integrity and complies with the standards set by Merakey, county/SCA, DDAP, and other licensing/regulatory/payor organizations.

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 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.

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. 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!

This role supports individuals receiving services by assisting with daily living activities and fostering recovery, wellness, and self-determination. Key responsibilities include implementing and documenting person-centered activities, promoting community integration, and encouraging independence. Additionally, the position contributes to maintaining a safe and welcoming service environment. All duties align with the agency's mission, values, and goals.

What You'll Do:

Participate in the development and implementation of service/recovery plans reflecting the individual's preferences, goals, lifestyles, and interests.

Assess, teach, evaluate, and supervise individual's skills in the areas of daily living, meal planning, housekeeping, career needs, and social, recreational, and community activities.

Complete written documentation daily that reflects the individual's recovery and progress on their goals as well as staff interventions.

Assist and oversee individuals with medication regimen including PRN medications.

Consistently engages in productive/therapeutic activities.

Encourage and support individuals in developing positive relationships with family and significant others.

Assist individuals through modeling, verbal teaching, and/or direct assistance with maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of their individual rooms and their residence.

Assist or prepare various foods for individual meals as required.

Ensure that any/all dietary considerations are followed. Food shopping must be completed, and dietary preferences/concerns will need to be considered.

Locate and access community medical resources for individual needs as applicable and as instructed.

Take regular responsibility in shift activities, including but not limited to site trash removal, changing linens, making beds, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning common areas, which include but are not limited to the living room, kitchen, foyer, dining area, and hallways.

Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including assisting with maintenance of the kitchen, common areas, linen closets, medication storage areas, and staff office.

Use appropriate communication channels.

Respond appropriately to safety/emergency situations.

Drive agency vehicles in a safe manner following the applicable traffic laws for purposes of supporting individuals and/or the program.

Provide consistent and positive feedback to participants in relation to the progress made on their goals.

Provide individuals with opportunities to make informed decisions and support them in their decisions.

Actively uphold and advocate for individuals' rights.

Use knowledge of basic recovery principles and methods of rehabilitation in the performance of your job.

Ensure individuals participate in appropriate daily activities that promote recovery.

Use person centered language (non-judgmental or negative) in written documentation.

Communicating with individuals using language that promotes respect, acceptance and hope for their recovery

Work creatively with people in recovery with respect to their cultural heritage or cultural identification, age, disability, religious or spiritual identification.

Actively provides opportunities and support to the individual in finding and expressing spiritual growth/well-being.

Monitor, assess and report everyone's need for additional or replacement clothing or personal items and notify Program Supervisor.

Educate, discuss, and encourage residents to address their daily and long-term physical health.

Assist individuals who are on smoking precautions to maintain safety.

Encourage and assist individuals through modeling, verbal teaching, and/or direct assistance to engage in appropriate personal hygiene activities including but not limited to getting dressed, tooth brushing, showering, toileting, etc.

Review emergency procedures with individuals on a regular basis.

Assist and supervise individuals in the planning, initiation and participation of social and recreational activities based on their interests.

Support individuals in accessing the community through use of agency or public transportation.

Provide the individual with opportunities and support to access the community resources in achieving their goals

CareLink Community Support Services is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal and state civil rights laws.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Required Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Field of study: Human Services or related field
• Work Experience (preferred): 1 to 2 years
• Life Experience: Working in Human Services field or relevant life experience
• Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Required: Valid Driver's License, CPRP/RPRP Certification is preferred, Certified Peer Specialist is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong collaborating skills, and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible with regard to workload and assignments.
• Ability to exercise judgment.
• Knowledge of basic principles and methods of rehabilitation required.
• Motivation, interest and ability to work empathetically with people with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently required.
• Must be able to write and speak English in an understandable manner.
• Ability to handle effectively multiple tasks required.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to prepare meals, perform general housekeeping and maintenance duties required.
• Ability to make sound judgments regarding the health/welfare of participant required.
• Ability and willingness to drive agency vehicle required.

Description

Job Summary

Provides liaison services between an assigned school, its students and the neighboring community. Works with students and parents on the development and/or improvement of verbal communication skills, mediating problems, and facilitating a variety of parent and student workshops. Establishes and maintains linkages between the school and the community in an effort to create a cooperative and collaborative atmosphere and to foster the development of a school-community partnership.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the resolution of problems among students, among paraprofessional staff, between students and staff, between parents and staff and between the school and the community.
• Serves as a mentor to students.
• Advocates for parents as needed, and encourages and assists them in communicating concerns/issues to school staff.
• Works with students and parents on the development of effective communication skills.
• Works with students and parents on the development of conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Participates in Student Support Team meetings and parent conferences, and provides input on behalf of the child and/or parent.
• Coordinates and facilitates parent involvement activities, including parenting skills workshops and other related activities.
• Networks with community members and community-based agencies in coordinating community activities and school functions.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a formalized recess program with structured activities designed to teach and support socialization skills in students.
• Networks with community members and community-based agencies.
• Assists parents in locating and enrolling students in before- and after school day care activities.
• Maintains a variety of manual and computerized records and prepares periodic reports as requested.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties and support services within the school.

Additional Functions

• May provide assistance to teachers in the classroom setting.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:
  • the functions of and services provided by the various neighborhood groups and agencies within the community.
  • the current social, educational and economic issues as they relate to urban families.
  • the effects of health, economic and social problems on the ability of children to achieve.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • learn the functions of and services provided by the School District.
  • interpret and explain District policies and procedures pertaining to school discipline.
  • work collaboratively with community-based agencies on a variety of activities.
  • promote and encourage community interest and participation in various school activities.
  • communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • follow both written and verbal instructions.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of full-time, paid or volunteer experience participating in community, school, or church activities which has included working with families.

Applicants must be a resident of the community surrounding the school to which they are assigned.

NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required.

Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $75,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive.

At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.

Duties

During the course of their careers, Secret Service Police carry out assignments in protection. Duties include:

• Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
• Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
• Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and under 40 at referral. Exceptions may apply for those with current or prior service in federal law enforcement positions covered by special retirement provisions. The Secret Service has determined that age is essential to the performance of this position.
• Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
• Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
• Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
• Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
• Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
• Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.

Cook Supervisor

Job Reference Number: 37349
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
Location: Woodstown, New Jersey (US-NJ)

We are looking to bring an experienced cook supervisor to our correctional facility kitchen team in Woodstown, NJ . As a cook supervisor, you will have the opportunity to coordinate and supervise the work of employees to ensure efficiency and adherence to established standards in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Instructing and training employees in all aspects of food service and sanitation, ensuring meal services begin on time, and ensuring that portion, appearance and temperature for all food items is appropriate and of high quality.

Must-haves:

• At least one years' prior culinary experience in a quality and high volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking.
• Complete knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks at once.
• The ideal candidate must have high-level product knowledge, provide friendly and helpful customer service and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• The ideal candidate must have experience supervising a team.

Nice-to-haves:

• Food Handlers certification preferred.

$20.00 per hour

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you've gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.

Cook Supervisor

Job Reference Number: 37349
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
Location: Woodstown, New Jersey (US-NJ)

We are looking to bring an experienced cook supervisor to our correctional facility kitchen team in Woodstown, NJ . As a cook supervisor, you will have the opportunity to coordinate and supervise the work of employees to ensure efficiency and adherence to established standards in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Instructing and training employees in all aspects of food service and sanitation, ensuring meal services begin on time, and ensuring that portion, appearance and temperature for all food items is appropriate and of high quality.

Must-haves:

• At least one years' prior culinary experience in a quality and high volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking.
• Complete knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks at once.
• The ideal candidate must have high-level product knowledge, provide friendly and helpful customer service and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• The ideal candidate must have experience supervising a team.

Nice-to-haves:

• Food Handlers certification preferred.

$20.00 per hour

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you've gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.