Direct Support Professional
Position Requirements
- A verifiable high school diploma or GED is required.
- A current and valid driver's license is required.
- Age 18 or older.
- Related experience is helpful.
Position
Direct Support Professional
Location
Slippery Rock, PA
Pay Rate
Earn up to $18/hour with election of Enhanced Pay option.
Shifts Available
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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.
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
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 Slippery Rock, PA. We provide a range of services including Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions, which involve supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building independence, developing social and communication skills, and navigating daily living activities.
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. You'll also be a mentor, coach, and advocate, spending your days making memories with those you support.
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. 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 Today
Ready to make a difference? Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.