Direct Support Professional

Merakey • Virginia Beach, VA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The role supports people with disabilities in a variety of settings and across a range of medical and mental health diagnoses and abilities. Direct Support Professionals teach, coach, model, and accompany individuals so they can participate in family, neighborhood, civic, cultural, and religious activities and events. They promote person-centered care and uphold the dignity and respect of the people served while documenting and assisting with activities of daily living in a safe and sanitary environment. No experience is required, and paid training is provided. Pay is up to $16.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in a home health aide or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach, coach, model, and accompany individuals with disabilities to support participation in family, neighborhood, civic, cultural, and religious activities and events.
• Provide support in a variety of settings to individuals with varying medical and mental health diagnoses and abilities.
• Promote person-centered care and uphold the dignity and respect of individuals served.
• Document and assist with activities of daily living in a safe and sanitary environment.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) 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 (EAP).
• 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.
• DailyPay access to pay when needed.

What This Job Offers

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