Direct Support Professional Specialized

At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Columbus, NJ. Requirements Must be 21 years of age Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. A valid driver’s license is required 1 year experience working with people with developmental disabilities Dual Diagnosis experience is preferred NADD DSP Certification training within the first year of employment Responsibilities 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. Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry. Your 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. Make a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities. Schedule & Pay Monday, Sunday 8a-4p and Thursday, Friday, Saturday 4p-12a. Pay Rate: $19.13 per hour. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans Competitive compensation plans Work/Life balance and flexible schedules Cell phone discount plan Employee referral bonuses Tuition reimbursement Much more! No Experience Required – We Provide PAID Training. Merakey offers a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We value diversity and are committed to providing the best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proudly 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. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. To fill out an online application: #J-18808-Ljbffr Merakey