Direct Support Professional — Paid Training & Impact

Merakey; Minotola (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan (pre-tax & Roth)

DailyPay access to wages

Well-being platform (Goga)

Backup Care via Care.com

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts & savings programs

Free online learning via Pryor

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Vineland, NJ program. No experience required; paid training provided. The role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, housekeeping, and daily coaching under supervision to improve independence.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, inclusive work environment. Evening and weekend shifts are available, with competitive pay and pathways for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (preferred own transportation).
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Experience in home health aide or IDD settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities to promote independence.
• Support housekeeping and laundry tasks as needed.
• Under supervision of the House Manager, monitor living areas and residents’ progress.
• Provide encouragement, mentoring, and coaching to residents daily.

Skills

Caregiving

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Vineland, NJ program. No experience required; paid training provided. The role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, housekeeping, and daily coaching under supervision to improve independence.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, inclusive work environment. Evening and weekend shifts are available, with competitive pay and pathways for advancement.