Residential Worker

At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a full-time Residential Worker to join our Adult Behavioral Health team in Harrisburg, PA.

About the role

Residential Workers are essential to promoting the safety, stability, and overall well-being of individuals diagnosed with mental illness living in a Community Residential Rehabilitation (CRR) setting. They provide direct care and support, addressing both mental and physical health needs, while actively participating in the treatment planning process as part of a collaborative care team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing activities and other special projects designed to increase skills in independent and community living, socialization/leisure time.
• Build on strengths to promote positive growth for the consumer.
• Engage consumers in appropriate life skills to develop abilities to live as independently as possible.
• Accompany consumers on trips outside the facilities for treatment, medical, or any other appropriate reasons.
• Transport residents using a company vehicle as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have an active and unrestricted driver's license.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Mental health experience preferred.

Pay

Earn $17.76/hr or $19.76/hr with the selection of Enhanced Pay, plus shift differentials.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours/week) with rotating weekends.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus 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.
• Confidential 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.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

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.