Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional 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 at our program in Alloway, NJ. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or have always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately! No experience required – we provide PAID training. Pay & Hours Pay Rate: $19.13 per hour. Hours: Friday - Sunday, 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Role Overview 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 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, 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. Benefits Merakey offers medical, dental, vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, work/life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plan, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more. Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old. Must possess a valid driver's license. Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred. Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr