Direct Support Professional

Qualifications Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must be at least 18 years old. Verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred. 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. Shift SUNDAY, 9:00am - 9:00pm, TUESDAY, THURSDAY, 4:00pm - 8:30am Position Details Direct Support Professional Our ideal candidate will have a strong desire to create long‑term impacts on their consumer’s 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 Individual Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care. Foster a true sense of pride in your individual, by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry. No Experience Required – We Provide PAID Training. Earn: $16.25/Hour + $2/Hour Additional (If opting in to Enhanced Pay) + Benefits Benefits 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 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! #J-18808-Ljbffr