Empowering Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Paid Training

Merakey; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Goga well-being

Care.com backup care

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for our program in Trenton, NJ. No experience required—paid training provided. Pay rate is $19.13/hr with benefits and opportunities to grow within a supportive nonprofit environment.

Join a team that helps individuals live more independently, with guidance from a House Manager and a focus on daily living skills, housekeeping, and personal care. Merakey emphasizes equal opportunity and career development.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• 1 year experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Dual Diagnosis experience is preferred.
• NADD DSP Certification training within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities including housekeeping and laundry.
• Support independence and life skills under supervision of the House Manager.
• Foster dignity and encouragement while mentoring residents toward goals.
• Document observations and participate in periodic meetings.

Skills

1 year experience with people with DD

Dual Diagnosis experience

Valid driver's license

21 years of age

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

NADD DSP Certification training within first year of employment

Job description

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for our program in Trenton, NJ. No experience required—paid training provided. Pay rate is $19.13/hr with benefits and opportunities to grow within a supportive nonprofit environment.

Join a team that helps individuals live more independently, with guidance from a House Manager and a focus on daily living skills, housekeeping, and personal care. Merakey emphasizes equal opportunity and career development.