Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Upper Chichester Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Upper Chichester Township, Delaware County. In this role, you will make a lasting impact on individuals with developmental disabilities by assisting them in daily activities and promoting their independence.

No prior experience is necessary as paid training is provided. The role offers a schedule of Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM and pays up to $18.25 per hour. Join a diverse and supportive team at Merakey!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience with individuals having Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily hygiene and personal care.
• Foster independence through daily living activities.
• Encourage and mentor individuals to achieve personal goals.

Skills

Empathy

Coaching

Communication

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

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.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 8:00am‑3:00pm

Earn up to $18.25/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay option.

Benefits

• 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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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 be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• 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.