Direct Support Professional-Hummelstown

merakeycareers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Care.com access

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey in the Hummelstown area is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team. 1st and 2nd shifts are available, offering a pay rate of $17/hr with eligibility for enhanced pay up to $19/hr.

The DSP supports daily living activities, documents progress, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to maintain a safe, engaging environment. The role involves assisting with personal care, implementing behavior plans, and transporting residents to activities while participating in

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred.
• Related experience is helpful.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized care to residents in a residential setting.
• Assist with daily living activities and promote skill development.
• Implement treatment and behavior plans as directed by the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Document resident progress and maintain accurate records.
• Support recreational and community activities for residents.
• Transport residents to community activities and appointments.
• Participate in ongoing training and staff meetings.

Skills

Age 18+

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma

Job description

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 a Direct Support Professional to join our team in Hummelstown area.

1st and 2nd shift available

Pay rate $17/hr eligible for enhanced pay $19/hr

Position Details:

The Direct Support Professional provides direct, individualized care to residents in a residential setting. This role supports daily living activities, promotes skill development, and ensures a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, implementing treatment and behavior plans, supporting recreational and community activities, documenting resident progress, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team. The DSP also helps maintain residents' living spaces, transports residents to community activities, and participates in ongoing training and staff meetings.

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. 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!

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Must be 18 years old.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred
• Related experience is helpful.
• Valid driver's License is required