Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission-driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Blairsville PA in our IDD Division.

Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, or someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services this is your opportunity. No experience required we provide paid training!

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Assisting with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
• Supporting life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
• Providing community support, transportation
• Promoting health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
• Completing required documentation, progress notes, and service logs

Why being a DSP at Merakey is a great opportunity:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities like personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement.

Spend your days making memories from trips to the park and sensory gardens to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You'll be a mentor, coach, and advocate.

What Merakey offers you:

• DailyPay access your earnings when you need them
• Flexible schedules & work-life balance
• Employee referral bonuses
• Care.com membership
• Cell phone discounts
• Paid training & career development opportunities

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!

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. Must have own vehicle.