Direct Support Professional – Paid Training & Impact

Merakey; Marcus Hook (Delaware County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Care.com access

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Online learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals in our Upper Chichester program. You'll support daily living skills, promote independence, and help with hygiene, housekeeping and community activities according to the Individual Support Plan.

Join a team dedicated to compassionate care, receive paid training, a consistent evening shift schedule (Thu/Fri 2–10pm, Sat 10am–10pm), and benefits; merakey embraces diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred
• Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Individual Support Plan to assist with daily living skills and community activities.
• Support daily hygiene and personal care.
• Encourage social and communication skills and provide mentoring and coaching.
• Assist with housekeeping and laundry to foster independence.

Skills

Age 18+

Valid driver’s license

High school diploma or GED

Experience in HHA/IDD setting

Desire to help others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals in our Upper Chichester program. You'll support daily living skills, promote independence, and help with hygiene, housekeeping and community activities according to the Individual Support Plan.

Join a team dedicated to compassionate care, receive paid training, a consistent evening shift schedule (Thu/Fri 2–10pm, Sat 10am–10pm), and benefits; merakey embraces diversity and equal opportunity employment.