Direct Support Professional — Night Shifts, Paid Training

Merakey; Paradise Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 60,614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth)

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Backup care

Counseling & EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for our Alloway, NJ program. No experience required — paid training will be provided. Schedule includes nights and weekends (Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun 12a-8a). Pay starts at $19.13/hr, with an Enhanced Pay option bringing it to $21.13/hr.

Join a team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, offering opportunities to mentor, coach, and support daily living activities under supervision by a House Manager.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• 1 year experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Dual Diagnosis experience is preferred.
• NADD DSP Certification training within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including housekeeping and laundry.
• Provide mentorship, encouragement, and coaching to individuals to achieve goals.
• Follow procedures under the supervision of the House Manager and document observations and progress.
• Support residents to enhance independence and navigate daily living tasks.

Job description

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for our Alloway, NJ program. No experience required — paid training will be provided. Schedule includes nights and weekends (Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun 12a-8a). Pay starts at $19.13/hr, with an Enhanced Pay option bringing it to $21.13/hr.

Join a team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, offering opportunities to mentor, coach, and support daily living activities under supervision by a House Manager.