Individual Support Specialist

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a Valid Driver's License.

  Position

  Individual Support Specialist
  Location: Coraopolis, PA

  Pay

  Base $16.25/hour. Earn up to $19.75 / hour with selection of Enhanced Pay option and qualifying house differential.

  Shifts

  • Day
  • Evenings
  • Overtimes
  • Weekends

  Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs).
  • Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
  • Social skills development, including household tasks and social skills.
  • Community support, transportation.
  • Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained).
  • Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs.

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  DSP Position

  Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity:

  • Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities.
  • Make memories with individuals through trips to the park and sensory gardens.
  • Be a mentor, coach, and advocate.

  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 Coraopolis, PA in our IDD Division.

  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!

  Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today at www.merakey.org/careers to Learn More.