Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Flexible schedules

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Hearing benefits

Employee referral bonuses

Care.com membership

Cell phone discounts

Paid training & career development

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Chambersburg, PA to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role includes assisting with daily living tasks, personal care, mobility, and community activities, with paid training provided.

No experience is required; the organization emphasizes compassionate service and a mission-driven team in a non-profit setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Related experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills.
• Provide community support and transportation.
• Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained).
• Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs.

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

Related experience helpful

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional
Location: Chambersburg

Pay Rate: Earn up to $18.75/hour with selection of Enhanced Pay option; earn $16.75/hour without selection of Enhanced Pay.

Shifts available: 1st Shift: week 1: 8a -4p: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat. Week 2: 8a - 4p: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri

Merakey is Hiring Direct Support Professionals! Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission-driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Chambersburg, PA in our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Division.

Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, or someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services - this is your opportunity. No experience required - we provide paid training!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
• Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
• Provide community support, transportation
• Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
• Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities like personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement.

Spend your days making memories - from trips to the park and sensory gardens to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You'll be a mentor, coach, and advocate.

What Merakey Offers YOU:

We believe in giving back to our team. Merakey provides:

• DailyPay - access your earnings when you need them
• Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance
• Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Care.com Membership
• Cell Phone Discounts
• Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities

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:

• Must be 18 years old.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred
• Related experience is helpful.
• Valid drivers License is required