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

Spend your day in a variety of settings making memories with our individuals.

• Encourage, mentor, and coach others to achieve their goals
• Enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals
• Work on social and communication skills
• Assist with daily hygiene and personal care
• Teach individuals to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry

Qualifications

No experience required - We Provide PAID Training.

Skills

No specific skills listed, but a strong desire to create long-term impacts on individuals' lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others is essential.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 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 Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
• 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
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning

Pay

$16/hr payrate

Schedule

Fri- 3-11, Sat 9-9, Sun 9-9, Mon 3-11

About the Role

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team at our program in VA. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!

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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

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!