Direct Support Professional

Merakey • Townsend, DE

14d

About The Position

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for its program in Townsend, Delaware. The role supports individuals with daily living and personal activities to help enhance their independence. DSPs teach skills such as housekeeping and laundry and encourage, mentor, and coach individuals as they work toward their goals. Work is performed according to appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager, who reviews performance through observation, inspection of the living area, reports, and periodic meetings. No experience is required; paid training is provided.

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

• Verifiable high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in a home health aide setting or a school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living and personal activities to enhance their independence.
• Teach individuals daily living activities, including housekeeping and laundry.
• Encourage, mentor, and coach individuals to help them achieve their goals.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance through the American Worker; these offerings 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 on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed