Direct Support Professional

Merakey•Whitpain Township, PA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join their team at their program. This opportunity is for individuals who are Caregivers, Direct Care Workers, or Home Health aides, with immediate hiring available. No experience is required as paid training is provided. The role offers an enhanced pay option of $18/hour. The ideal DSP candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on individuals' lives, encouraging, mentoring, and coaching them to achieve their goals. This includes fostering pride by teaching daily living activities such as housekeeping and laundry. Work is performed under the supervision of a House Manager, who reviews results through observation, resident responsiveness, living area inspection, reports, and meetings. The position focuses on enhancing independence by assisting with daily and personal activities. Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history, offering integrated services across the country. The organization believes every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment, and is committed to providing the best care while maintaining a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity and encouraging applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

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. is preferred
Experience in a home health aid, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred

Responsibilities

Encouraging, mentoring, and coaching individuals to achieve their goals
Teaching individuals to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry
Assisting with daily and personal activities to enhance independence