Direct Support Professional: Flexible Hours & Paid Training

Merakey; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 32,374,000 - 53,726,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Flexible schedules

Health benefits

Referral bonuses

Care.com membership

Cell phone discounts

Paid training

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team in Altoona/Duncansville, PA. This role provides direct care, assists with ADLs, and supports daily living activities alongside a compassionate team.

No experience is required—paid training is provided. Earn up to $18.75 per hour with opportunities for enhanced pay, and enjoy flexible scheduling, benefits, and career development at Merakey.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• No experience required – paid training provided.

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.

Skills

Direct care

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team in Altoona/Duncansville, PA. This role provides direct care, assists with ADLs, and supports daily living activities alongside a compassionate team.

No experience is required—paid training is provided. Earn up to $18.75 per hour with opportunities for enhanced pay, and enjoy flexible scheduling, benefits, and career development at Merakey.