Direct Care Worker - Coraopolis, PA

Merakey; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Direct Support Professionals to join their extraordinary team in Coraopolis, PA. This rewarding role offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. With flexible schedules and a supportive environment, you will assist individuals in daily activities and foster their independence through personalized care. Enjoy competitive compensation, including a minimum of $17.00 per hour, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. Join a team that values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

DailyPay

Flexible Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonuses

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Work/Life Balance

Care.com Membership

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 1 year of I/DD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities.
• Follow Individual Support Plans to enhance independence.
• Encourage and mentor individuals to achieve their goals.

Skills

Caregiving

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Direct Care Worker

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Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, United States

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Position Type

Full-Time

Shift

Various

Work Schedule

Full Time & Part Time positions available

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• A valid driver's license is required


• 1 year of I/DD experience in a group home or residential setting preferred

Description

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 Direct Support Professionals (DSP)to join our team at our program in Coraopolis, 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!

No experience required - we provide PAID training.

Earn a minimum of $17.00/hour with the selection of Enhanced Pay Option

Our ideal DSP 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 Individuals Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride and fostering independence in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as personal care, housekeeping and laundry. Make a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities.

To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay


• Work/Life Balance


• Flexible Schedules


• Cell Phone Discount Plans


• Employee Referral Bonuses


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Care.com Membership

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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

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!