Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Mullica Hill (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth)

DailyPay

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for a program in NJ. This role involves supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in diverse settings and providing mentoring and coaching to help them reach their goals.

Candidates with caregiver or home health aide backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Paid training is provided and benefits are offered as part of Merakey’s workforce program.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Experience in a home health aide or related setting preferred.
• Desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Individual Support Plan to support daily living activities.
• Assist with daily hygiene and personal care.
• Encourage independence, social skills, and communication in various settings.

Skills

Driver's license

Caregiver experience

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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 (DSPs) to join our team at our program in NJ.

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!

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license. (Prefer candidates have their own transportation).
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• 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.

No Experience Required - We Provide PAID Training.

Pay Rate: $18.13/hr or $20.13 with the selection of Enhanced Pay

Our ideal DSP candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals 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.

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.

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!