Residential Attendant

Merakey; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Facility Attendant to join the team in Coatesville, PA. This direct care position involves ensuring the safety of residents and supporting program operations tailored to individuals recovering from various challenges including homelessness and substance dependency.

Ideal candidates will have experience in direct care and working with veterans, and will benefit from comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, employee discounts, and more. Earn $17.75 an hour while making a difference!

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in a direct care position is preferred.
• Prior experience in working with veterans is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft software (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the residents and facility are safe.
• Act as direct support to service coordinators and program managers.
• Follow the program schedule.

Skills

Direct care experience

Proficiency in Microsoft software

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Facility Attendant to join our team at our program in Coatesville, PA.

Fresh Start transitional housing programs were developed to provide 24/7 support to Veterans and individuals with a history of homelessness, chemical dependency, and/or varying degrees of behavioral health issues. Fresh Start currently has over 150 beds that operate out of 13 different locations in Philadelphia and Coatesville, PA. These programs work in partnership with the Coatesville and Philadelphia VA Medical Centers and Philadelphia’s Office of Addiction Services (OAS). In addition, Fresh Start also has “self-pay” housing options where individuals can stay for an indefinite period of time.

Position Details

This is a direct care position working with adult men and/or women in a transitional housing environment. Our service populations are in the early stages of recovery from chemical and alcohol dependency, co-occurring disorders, serious mental illness, and homelessness. The main role of a facility attendant is to ensure the residents and facility are safe, and the program schedule is being followed. You are also acting as direct support to the supportive service coordinators, program managers and program directors. Earn $17.75 an hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan — both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay — access your pay when you need it.
• On the Goga well‑being platform, featuring self‑care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Requirements

• 1+ years’ experience in a direct care position is preferred.
• Prior experience in working with veterans is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft software (i.e. Word, Excel, Power point, and Outlook.) preferred.

EEO Statement

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!