Direct Support Worker

Merakey; Hummelstown (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them

Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance

Health, Dental, Vision, and Ear Benefits

Employee Referral Bonuses

Care.com Membership

Cell Phone Discounts

Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

A supportive services organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Hummelstown, PA. In this role, you will assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living activities, promote health and safety, and support life skills development. The position offers a flexible schedule, access to daily pay, and comprehensive healthcare benefits. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while fostering independence and community integration.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and support for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities including personal hygiene and meal prep.
• Strong communication skills to promote social skill development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Support clients in developing life skills and community engagement.

Skills

Direct care and support

Personal care assistance

Life skills development

Community support

Health and safety promotion

Job description

Overview

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: Hummelstown, PA

Pay Rate: $17 (Up to $19/hr with Enhanced Pay option)

Shifts available: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and double weekend

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, Vision, 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!