Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Kilmarnock (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth)

DailyPay access to earned wages

Well-being platform (Goga)

Care.com backup care services

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Home Health Aide in Virginia to support individuals with developmental disabilities in community or school settings. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a vehicle are required. Preference is given to candidates with 1+ year of home health or related experience.

Merakey offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a nonprofit environment. The position involves traveling to client locations and delivering compassionate, person-centered care

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle.
• Preferred 1+ year in a home health aide or school setting with individuals who have developmental disabilities.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Age 18+

Home care experience (preferred)

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

• Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license
• Preferred 1+ year experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license
• Preferred 1+ year experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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. 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!