Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Merakey is hiring compassionate, reliable, and mission-driven Direct Support Professionals for its Home and Community Division in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. DSPs support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities. The role includes providing direct care and support with activities of daily living, personal care, hygiene, mobility, meal preparation, household tasks, and community engagement. DSPs also serve as mentors, coaches, and advocates, supporting individuals as they work toward personal goals. No experience is required; paid training is provided. The position requires applicants to be at least 18 years old. Related experience is helpful. Pay is $18.59 per hour, or up to $20.59 per hour with selection of the Enhanced Pay option. Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts are available.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- No experience is required; paid training is provided.
Nice To Haves
- Related experience is helpful.
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 and transportation.
- Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support as trained.
- Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs.
- Help individuals build independence and develop social and communication skills.
- Support individuals in daily living activities and achieving personal goals.
- Serve as a mentor, coach, and advocate.
Benefits
- DailyPay access to earnings
- Flexible schedules and work-life balance
- Health, dental, eye, and ear benefits
- Employee referral bonuses
- Care.com membership
- Cell phone discounts
- Paid training and career development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
