Direct Support Professional - Weekends

Merakey; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Flexible schedules

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee referrals

Paid training

Job summary

Merakey is hiring an Individual Support Specialist (DSP) in Coraopolis, PA, with additional site options in McKees Rocks and Sewickley. No experience required; paid training provided.

Base pay starts at $16.25/hour with the Enhanced Pay option and house differential. This is a direct care role with weekend shifts, offering tasks such as ADLs, personal care, mobility, and community support, along with documentation and progress notes.

Qualifications

• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Must be 18+ years old and have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work weekends and provide compassionate, reliable care.

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 and community engagement.
• Provide transportation and community support where needed.
• Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support as trained.
• Complete required documentation, progress notes and service logs.

Skills

Direct care

ADLs support

Personal care

Mobility assistance

Medication support

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Position:

Individual Support Specialist

Location:

Coraopolis, McKees Rocks, and Sewickley, PA

Pay Rate:

Base $16.25/hour. Earn up to $21.25 / hour with selection of Enhanced Pay option and qualifying house differential.

Shifts available:

Weekends

Merakey is Hiring Individual Support Specialist. 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 Coraopolis, PA in our IDD Division.

Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, Direct Support Professional, 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'll work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities like 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'll 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!

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a Valid Driver's License.