Direct Care Program Assistant

Merakey; Derry Township (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts on entertainment and travel

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Program Aide for our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services in Hummelstown, PA. This role involves direct care and program assistance for participants, with responsibilities including daily living skills support, documentation, and driving company vehicles.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and 6 months of experience with individuals with IDD.

Generous benefits including medical coverage and tuition reimbursement are offered. Join Merakey to make a difference!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current, valid Driver's License Required.
• Good communication both oral/written and organizational skills.
• 6 months experience with individuals with IDD.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with skills of daily living such as toileting and eating.
• Act as the lead in the absence of the program instructor.
• Document participants daily attendance.
• Implement goal plans and provide guidance in activities.
• Drive company vehicles.

Skills

Good communication both oral/written and organizational skills

6 months experience with individuals with IDD

Community Participation Certificate

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

We are currently seeking a Program Aide to join our intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division working at the Adult Training Facility in Hummelstown, PA.

Earn up to $19/hour with the election of the Enhanced Pay Option.

The duties of a Program Aide involve direct care and program assistance in assigned area. Direction is provided by the Program Instructor. Work is supervised by the Program Director.

• Assist the participants with skills of daily living such as toileting, eating and other personal hygiene.
• Direction is provided by the program instructor in designated areas.
• Program Aide acts as the lead in the absence of the program instructor.
• Document participants daily attendance. Implements goal plans and provides guidance in social, recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities.
• Assist participants on skill building out in the community/Drive company vehicles.
• Keep storage areas and work areas clean and properly arranged.
• Assist with documentation responsibilities as requested.
• Perform special assignments as directed and related work as required.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• 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.

Learn more about our full benefits package -https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Our Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current, valid Driver's License Required
• Good communication both oral/written and organizational skills
• 6 months experience with individuals with IDD
• Community Participation Certificate a plus