Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Derry Township (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them

Health, dental, eye, and ear benefits

Employee referral bonuses

Care.com membership

Cell phone discounts

Paid training and career development opportunities

Retirement plan (pre‑tax and Roth options available)

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships

Employee discounts and savings on entertainment

Online learning platform for personal development classes

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Hummelstown, PA, who will provide essential care and support to individuals with daily living activities. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, hygiene, and life skills development, as well as promoting health and safety. Candidates must be 18 years or older, have a valid driver's license, and preferably hold a High School diploma or G.E.D.

This role offers a pay rate starting at $17/hr, with an optional Enhanced Pay rate of $19/hr, along with a variety of benefits including health care, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• Related experience is helpful.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

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 assistance.
• Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained).
• Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs.

Skills

Personal care assistance

Communication skills

Empathy

Time management

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Position

Direct Support Professional

Location

Hummelstown, PA

Pay Rate

$17/hr (Optional $19/hr with Enhanced Pay option)

Shifts

1st shift (rotating weekends) 6:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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 and transportation assistance
• Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
• Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them
• Health, dental, eye, and ear benefits
• Employee referral bonuses
• Care.com membership
• Cell phone discounts
• Paid training and career development opportunities
• Retirement plan (pre‑tax and Roth options available)
• Employee assistance program (confidential counseling, legal and financial services)
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
• Employee discounts and savings on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Online learning platform for free personal development classes

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merakey is a proud 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. We are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Veterans are welcome to apply.