Program Aide

merakeycareers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our Philadelphia team. This role focuses on supporting individuals with developmental and behavioral health needs in daily living activities.

You will encourage independence by assisting with personal care, housekeeping and social skills, following an Individual Support Plan, documenting progress, and fostering a respectful, engaging environment. Our caregivers work across settings, from parks to sensory gardens, promoting dignity and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Related experience is helpful.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living following the Individual Support Plan.
• Help individuals with daily hygiene and personal care.
• Support independence through housekeeping and laundry tasks.
• Encourage social interaction and communication.
• Maintain accurate documentation and report observations of behavior.

Skills

Effective communication

Caring demeanor

Mentoring coaching

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Pay Rate: $17/hr

Schedule: M-T-W-Th-F ... 7a-3:30p

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in our Philadelphia location.

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!

Position Details

Our ideal Direct Support Professional candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their consumer’s lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals. Spend your day in a variety of settings making memories with our individuals. By following the Individual Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care. Foster a true sense of pride in your individual, teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

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!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• Related experience is helpful.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• The Program Aide possesses knowledge of current practices and techniques involved in activities of daily living for developmentally disabled individuals.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures of the department and the facility.
• Knowledge of personal hygiene as it applies to the mentally retarded.
• Ability to maintain all required documentation with accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with individuals, staff and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to carry out programs with creativity and initiative.
• Ability to cope with day-to-day problems and to record and report observations on individual behavior.
• Ability to maintain an understanding attitude toward mentally retarded and physically handicapped individuals.
• Ability to lift and transfer individuals, utilizing prescribed techniques usually exceeding fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to carry out the routines of the day program in the absence of the Program Instructor.