Direct Support Professional

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Related experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

Spend your day in a variety of settings making memories with our individuals. By following the Individuals Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride and fostering independence in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as personal care, housekeeping and laundry. Make a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals' lives.
• An enjoyment in encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals.
• Able to assist with daily and personal activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions in a retirement plan.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Self-care tools and resources on the Goga well-being platform.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

Pay

Earn $19.00/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

Schedule

Immediate employment opportunities available.

About Merakey

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

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!