• Job Description

  Req#: 100823

  Description

  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 (DSP)to join our team at our program in Beaver, PA.

  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!

  No experience required - we provide PAID training.

  Earn a minimum of $18.00/hour with the selection of Enhanced Pay Option

  Our ideal DSP candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals 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 Individuals Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride and fostering independence in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as personal care, housekeeping and laundry. Make a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities.

  To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers

  Benefits

  Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

  • 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.

  Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

  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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. 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!

  https://merakey.goodseeker.com/c/merakey/featured/join-our-team-as-a-dsp

  Qualifications

  assignments as outlined by the House Manager. We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division in Beaver County.

  Qualified entry level candidates are eligible for up to $18.00/hour if the Enhanced Pay Program is selected and/or the Shift Differential is applicable for the hours worked. -- if position eligible for this.

  POSITION OVERVIEW

  Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

  • Providing individualized care, activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area.
  • Guiding residents in leisure activities, work and day programming.
  • All chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, i.e., laundry and housekeeping.
  • Work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents' responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports and periodic meetings.
  • Staff will be required to follow a designated shift routine and

• About the company

  We believe that everyone deserves a chance to reach their fullest potential. Since 1969, we’ve worked every day to enrich the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

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