Overnight DSP - Impactful Caregiving

merakeycareers; New Jersey; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Work/Life balance

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our program in Pemberton, NJ. The overnight shift runs Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 12a-8a, with a pay rate of $19.13 per hour.

No experience required—paid training is provided, and you will help residents with daily activities, housekeeping, and fostering independence under supervision. Merakey offers comprehensive benefits and a path to meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 1 year experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• NADD DSP Certification training within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including housekeeping and laundry.
• Encourage independence and support goal achievement.
• Supervise and observe living areas and residents’ progress.
• Report observations and participate in meetings as needed.

Skills

Caregiving

Empathy

Mentoring

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our program in Pemberton, NJ. The overnight shift runs Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 12a-8a, with a pay rate of $19.13 per hour.

No experience required—paid training is provided, and you will help residents with daily activities, housekeeping, and fostering independence under supervision. Merakey offers comprehensive benefits and a path to meaningful impact.