Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives (Evenings)

merakeycareers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Backup care services

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Online learning

Job summary

Merakey in Southwest Philadelphia, PA invites you to join our team as a Direct Support Professional. You will support individuals with daily living activities, assist with personal care, and help them engage in meaningful community activities in parks and sensory gardens.

By following the Individual Support Plan, you’ll promote independence, coach daily living tasks such as housekeeping and laundry, and encourage social and communication skills while working a rotating evening schedule 3pm–11pm.

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 with IDD is preferred.
• Desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
• Encourage independence by teaching housekeeping and laundry tasks.
• Follow the Individual Support Plan to support goals and skills in social/communication areas.
• Help individuals participate in community activities and outings in parks and sensory gardens.

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Merakey in Southwest Philadelphia, PA invites you to join our team as a Direct Support Professional. You will support individuals with daily living activities, assist with personal care, and help them engage in meaningful community activities in parks and sensory gardens.

By following the Individual Support Plan, you’ll promote independence, coach daily living tasks such as housekeeping and laundry, and encourage social and communication skills while working a rotating evening schedule 3pm–11pm.