Therapeutic Activity Worker

Merakey • Coraopolis, PA

9d • $19

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 a Therapeutic Activity Worker to join our team, at the program
in Coraopolis, PA.

Earn up to 19.00/hr with the selection of the enhanced pay option.

Monday thru Friday - FLEX START TIME - 6:30a -3p OR 7a-3:30p OR 9a-5:30p

Position Overview:

The duties of the Therapeutic Activity Worker involve providing escort service,
direct care, and program assistant to developmentally disabled individuals.
Work is performed under the direction of the Program Instructors in respective
areas of assignment and the Program Director.

Requirements

• A High School diploma and related work experience is desired.
• Such Training as may have been gained through working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Implements individual goal plans, alternate and /or back-up activities, and documents residents' attendance and progress in the program areas.
• Assists in organizing and conduction of special events and off - campus trips.
• Assists the residents' activities of daily living; such as, toileting, feeding and other personal hygiene needs.
• Provides guidance in social, recreational, education and therapeutic activities.
• Escorts residents to and from scheduled program classes

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