Home and Community Direct Support Professional

Merakey • Mckeesport, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking PRN Direct Support Professionals to work in its program in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. The role pays $18.50 per hour, and no experience is required; paid training is provided. Direct Support Professionals support individuals with developmental needs in a variety of community settings and help them build independence and work toward their goals. The position is suited to someone who enjoys encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others and wants to make a lasting difference in their lives.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a car.

Nice To Haves

• A strong desire to create long-term positive impacts in individuals' lives.
• Enjoyment of encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others.

Responsibilities

• Follow each individual's Support Plan.
• Encourage, mentor, and coach individuals as they work toward their goals.
• Support social and communication skills in community settings, including parks and sensory gardens.
• Teach and support daily living activities, including personal care, housekeeping, and laundry.
• Assist individuals with daily and personal activities to enhance their independence.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited benefits through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; these are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs for entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed