Support Counselor

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

11d • $18

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?  At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Support Counselors to join our team at our program in Philadelphia,PA.     If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!   Our ideal Support Counselor candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals. Spend your day in a variety of settings making memories with our individuals.  By following the Individual Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills.  Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care. Foster a true sense of pride in your individual, by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry.   No experience required - we provide PAID training.   Earn up to $18.25/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay option.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Verifiable High School diploma/G.E. D preferred.
• Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Working on social and communication skills
• Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care
• Teaching individuals to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees