Direct Support Professional

Merakey; McKees Rocks (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

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

Job summary

Merakey in Mckees Rocks, PA, is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide essential care and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you will assist with personal care, community support, and life skills development while ensuring health and safety. No prior experience is necessary as paid training will be provided.

Enjoy flexible schedules, access to daily pay, and comprehensive health benefits. Join Merakey’s mission-driven team today and make a positive impact in the community!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

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

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: Mckees Rocks, PA

Pay Rate: Earn up to $18.00/hour with election of Enhanced Pay option.

Shifts available: Double shift weekends.

Merakey is a leading non‑profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services. We are seeking mission‑driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Mckees Rocks, PA, in our Home and Community Division.

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

Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity

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—trips to the park, sensory gardens, and helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You'll be a mentor, coach, and advocate.

What Merakey Offers YOU

• 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

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 across 12 states each year.

Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.

Our Commitment to Diversity

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. 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 be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.