Direct Support Professional - Coraopolis, PA

Merakey; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Coraopolis, PA to provide individualized care for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in our community-based services. Responsibilities include supporting activities of daily living, guiding residents in leisure and day programming, and helping maintain a clean living environment.

Shifts include Evenings, Overnights and Weekends, with supervision by the House Manager.

Qualifications

• Related experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualized care, activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area.
• Guiding residents in leisure activities, work and day programming.
• All chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, e.g., laundry and housekeeping.
• Work is performed under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents' responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports and periodic meetings.
• Staff will be required to follow a designated shift routine and assignments as outlined by the House Manager.

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: Coraopolis , PA

Pay Rate: Earn 16.00 per hr , 18.00 per hr w enhanced pay option

Shifts available: Evenings, Overnights and Weekends

We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division in Allegheny County.

Qualified entry level candidates are eligible for up to $18.00/hour if the Enhanced Pay Program is selected and/or the Shift Differential is applicable for the hours worked. if position eligible for this.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Providing individualized care, activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area.
• Guiding residents in leisure activities, work and day programming.
• All chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, i.e., laundry and housekeeping.
• Work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents' responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports and periodic meetings.
• Staff will be required to follow a designated shift routine and assignments as outlined by the House Manager.

ABOUT OUR IDD DIVISION

Merakey supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the enhancement of their abilities and interests. Services are aimed at partnering with individuals as they become self-sufficient and live everyday lives. Merakey focuses on helping individuals find meaningful roles in their community and to feel valued as community members. Individuals are always at the core of the planning and implementation of services.

Community-Based Services

• Adult Training Facility
• Behavior Support Services
• Early Intervention Case Management
• Employment (Transitional, Supported, Competitive)
• In-home Support
• Non-traditional Community Day Services/Home and Community Habilitation
• Supports Coordination

Residential Services

• Community Living/Group Homes
• Family/Shared Living
• Intermediate Care Facility
• Respite Care
• Specialized Residential (medically fragile, dementia, autism, dual diagnosis, problematic sexual behavior)
• Supported Living

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!

• Related experience is helpful.

• A current and valid driver's license is required for community-based homes.