Direct Support Professional — Paid Training & Growth

Merakey; New Jersey; On-site; USD 51,949,000 - 57,680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth)

DailyPay access to earned wages

Care.com backup care access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Trenton, NJ. No experience required; paid training provided. The role focuses on helping individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence, and guiding residents through daily tasks under supervision.

Pay rate starts at $18.13/hr, with Enhanced Pay at $20.13/hr. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, retirement options, and employee support programs, with opportunities for growth and development within a nonprofit

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• 1 year experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Dual Diagnosis experience preferred.
• NADD DSP Certification training within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including housekeeping and laundry.
• Encourage independence and provide mentoring and coaching to residents.
• Support residents under supervision of the House Manager and participate in progress reviews.

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

NADD DSP Certification training

Job description

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Trenton, NJ. No experience required; paid training provided. The role focuses on helping individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence, and guiding residents through daily tasks under supervision.

Pay rate starts at $18.13/hr, with Enhanced Pay at $20.13/hr. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, retirement options, and employee support programs, with opportunities for growth and development within a nonprofit