Direct Support Professional Home and Community

merakeycareers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Retirement plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

On the Goga wellbeing platform

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide compassionate care in Kittanning, PA and surrounding areas. The role supports individuals in personal care, communication, and social skill development, with PRN shifts available.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Merakey values diversity and inclusivity, offering benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a nonprofit healthcare framework.

Qualifications

• Experience as a caregiver, direct care worker, or home health aide preferred.
• Willingness to train for DSP duties in various settings.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care, safety, and dignity.
• Support communication and social skills in diverse settings.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Base salary is 18.50 per hr

Direct Support Professional

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 PRN Direct Support Professionals to join our team in our Kittanning, PAand surrounding areas.

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!

Position Details

Our Direct Support Professionals(DSPs) interact and support our individuals in a variety of potential settings and provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity, and contentment of every individual served by assisting and training them in the areas of personal care, communication, and social skill development.

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.

Ready to make a difference?

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (*not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• 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!

Valid Driver's License

Over 18 years of age

need own vehicle