Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Jenkintown (PA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts on lifestyle

Access to training resources

Job summary

Merakey in Jenkintown is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities. Join a compassionate team and make a positive impact in their lives.

The position offers up to $18.78/hour and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid training. Applicants must be at least 18, possess a valid driver's license, and have a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience preferred in home health aide or school settings.

Responsibilities

• Encourage, mentor, and coach consumers.
• Assist with daily hygiene and personal care.
• Foster independence through daily living activities.

Skills

Desire to help others

Valid driver's license

Experience with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities

Education

Verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: 809 Moredon Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046

Pay Rate: Earn up to $18.78/hour with election of Enhanced Pay option.

Shifts available: 2nd shift with weekends

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 to join our team at our program in our Jenkintown location.

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!

Position Details

Our ideal Direct Support Professional candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their consumer's 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 Individual Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care. Foster a true sense of pride in your individual, by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry.

No experience required - we provide PAID training.

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.

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!

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred.
• Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.