Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Merakey is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional/Caregiver in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. The role supports individuals in a variety of settings and follows each person’s Individual Support Plan. The work focuses on encouraging, mentoring, and coaching individuals as they work toward their goals, build social and communication skills, and increase independence. Duties include assisting with daily hygiene and personal care and teaching daily living activities such as housekeeping and laundry. No experience is required; paid training is provided. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week. Pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour, with the opportunity to earn up to $18.00 through the selection of Enhanced Pay.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED is preferred.
- Experience in a home health aide or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow individuals’ Individual Support Plans.
- Encourage, mentor, and coach individuals to achieve their goals.
- Support individuals in building social and communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Assist with daily hygiene and personal care.
- Teach and support daily living activities, including housekeeping and laundry.
- Help individuals enhance their independence.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options
- DailyPay access to earned pay
- Well-being platform with self-care tools and resources
- Backup childcare, elder care, and household services through Care.com
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Educational partnerships
- Employee discounts and savings programs
- Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning
- Paid training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
