Direct Support Professional

Merakey • Kennedy Township, PA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join their team in McKees Rocks and the Allegheny County Area. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong desire to create long-term impacts on individuals' lives, enjoying encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals. The DSP will spend their days in various settings, making memories with individuals by following their Individual Support Plan. This includes working on social and communication skills, fostering pride and independence by teaching daily living activities like personal care, housekeeping, and laundry, and assisting with daily and personal activities to enhance independence.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid DL

Nice To Haves

• Related experience is helpful.
• A verifiable high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging, mentoring, and coaching individuals to achieve their goals.
• Following the Individual Support Plan to work on social and communication skills.
• Fostering pride and independence by teaching daily living activities such as personal care, housekeeping, and laundry.
• Assisting with daily and personal activities to enhance independence.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED