Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalAre 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/Team Associates to join our team in our Aylett, Virginia location. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide this is the opportunity for you.Our Direct Support Professionals/Team Associates are responsible for supporting individuals through teaching, coaching, modeling, and accompanying individuals with disabilities so that they are involved in family, neighborhood, civic, cultural, and religious activities and events. In a variety of settings, the DSP will work with individuals with varying degrees of medical and mental health diagnoses and abilities. DSP uphold dignity and respect of individual(s) served by promoting person-centered care while documenting and assisting activities of daily living in a safe and sanitary environment.No experience required - we provide PAID training.Position pays $16.50/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option you can earn an additional $2.00 an hour.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.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:HS Diploma or GEDMust be at least 18 years oldAbility to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver's licensePreferred 1+ year experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.