Direct Care Professional
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
- Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
- Provide community support, transportation
- Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
- Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must have a Valid Driver's License
Position Details
Position: Direct Support Professional
Location: Harrisburg
Pay Rate: Earn up to $18.25/hour with selection of Enhanced Pay option; earn $16.25/hour without selection of Enhanced Pay.
Shifts available: Evenings and Weekends (Double Weekends shift are Fridays 3p-11p Sat 7a-11p Sund 7a-11p)
Merakey is Hiring Direct Support Professionals!
About Merakey
Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission-driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Harrisburg, PA in our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Division.
Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities like personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement. Spend your days making memories — from trips to the park and sensory gardens to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You’ll be a mentor, coach, and advocate.
What Merakey Offers YOU
- DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them
- Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance
- Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Care.com Membership
- Cell Phone Discounts
- Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities
About Merakey
We believe in giving back to our team. Merakey provides:
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!
Apply Now
Ready to make a difference? Apply today at www.merakey.org/careers to learn more.