Direct Support Professional
Requirements
- HS Diploma or GED
- At least 18 years old
- Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license
- Prior 1+ year experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred
Responsibilities
Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry.
Your work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents’ responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports, and periodic meetings.
Assist with daily and personal activities to enhance the independence of those you work with.
Qualifications
No experience required - We Provide PAID Training.
Skills
Strong desire to create long-term impacts on individuals' lives
Desire to encourage, mentor, and coach others to achieve their goals
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Competitive compensation plans
- Work/Life balance
- Flexible schedules
- Cell phone discount plan
- Employee referral bonuses
- Tuition reimbursement
About the role
We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Richmond, VA
Merakey
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country.
We believe that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment and strive to provide the very best care to those we serve.
We strictly follow a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and deeply value diversity.