Impactful DSP | Paid Training & Benefits

Merakey; Mansfield Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,971,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being resources

Care.com backup care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Online learning

Pryor Learning access

Job summary

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our program in NJ. No experience required—we provide paid training and immediate opportunities to start making a difference.

Pay rate starts at $18.13/hr or $20.13/hr with Enhanced Pay. Our DSPs help individuals with daily living activities and social/communication goals in diverse settings, fostering independence and pride in their progress.

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 individuals with daily living activities per the Individual Support Plan.
• Provide personal care, housekeeping, and laundry support.
• Encourage, mentor, and coach individuals to achieve goals.
• Foster independence and help navigate daily living activities in various settings.

Skills

Caregiving

Mentoring/ coaching

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our program in NJ. No experience required—we provide paid training and immediate opportunities to start making a difference.

Pay rate starts at $18.13/hr or $20.13/hr with Enhanced Pay. Our DSPs help individuals with daily living activities and social/communication goals in diverse settings, fostering independence and pride in their progress.