Direct Support Professional

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Verifiable High School diploma/G.E. D preferred.
• Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to create long-term impacts on individuals' lives.
• Enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals.
• Teach individuals to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry.
• Assist with daily and personal activities to enhance independence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth options.
• DailyPay for immediate access to pay.
• Self-care tools and resources on the Goga platform.
• Care.com for backup childcare and elder care services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling, legal, and financial services.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on various lifestyle items.
• Pryor Online Learning for free personal development classes.

About the Role

Join Merakey's team in Philadelphia, PA, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll work closely with a House Manager to ensure residents' needs are met and their quality of life is enhanced. Merakey is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and personally.

Schedule

Flexible schedules are offered to accommodate your needs and the schedule of the individuals you support.

Pay

$16.25/hr

Merakey

A non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services, Merakey serves nearly 40,000 individuals and families annually across 12 states. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and welcome veterans and applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We strictly follow a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Learn More

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