Direct Support Professional

Merakey • Lower Gwynedd Township, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join their team in Ambler, PA. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on consumers' lives by encouraging, mentoring, and coaching them to achieve their goals. Responsibilities include following Individual Support Plans, assisting with daily hygiene and personal care, and teaching daily living activities such as housekeeping and laundry. Multiple full-time and part-time shifts are available.

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/G.E.D. preferred
• Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred

Responsibilities

• Following the Individual Support Plan
• Assisting with daily hygiene and personal care
• Teaching individuals to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry

Benefits

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• 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