Direct Support Professional - PRN

Merakey; Ebensburg (Cambria County); Hybrid; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay - access your earnings when you need them

Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance

Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits

Employee Referral Bonuses

Care.com Membership

Cell Phone Discounts

Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional in Ebensburg, PA, to provide assistance to individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will support daily living activities and help clients achieve their personal goals.

The position offers flexible shifts, paid training, benefits like health coverage, and a commitment to diversity. We welcome all applicants, especially veterans.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
• Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
• Provide community support, transportation
• Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
• Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: Revloc, PA

Pay Rate: Earn up to $17/hour.

Shifts available: Daylight, Evenings, Overnights and Weekends

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals! Merakey, a leading non‑profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission‑driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Greensburg, PA in our Home and Community Division.

Whether you are an experienced caregiver, direct care worker, home health aide, or someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services—this is your opportunity. No experience required— we provide paid training!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
• Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
• Provide community support, transportation
• Promote health, safety, and well‑being, including medication support (as trained)
• Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs

Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities such as personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement.

Spend your days making memories—from trips to the park and sensory gardens to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You will be a mentor, coach, and advocate.

What Merakey Offers You

• DailyPay - access your earnings when you need them
• Flexible Schedules & Work‑Life Balance
• Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Care.com Membership
• Cell Phone Discounts
• Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities

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!

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today at www.merakey.org/careers to learn more.