Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional – Plymouth Meeting, PA 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 program in Plymouth Meeting, PA. 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. Position Details Our ideal Direct Support Professional 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. You will spend your day in a variety of settings creating memories with our individuals, following Individual Support Plans and helping them with social and communication skills. Responsibilities include: assisting with daily hygiene and personal care, fostering independence through tasks such as housekeeping and laundry, and providing a supportive environment in parks and sensory gardens. Schedule Thursday 11:00 pm – 9:00 am; Friday 11:00 pm – 9:00 am; Saturday 11:00 pm – 9:00 am. Compensation Earn up to $18.25 per hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay option. Shift differential: $1.50 per hour. Requirements At least 18 years old. Valid driver’s license. High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred. Desire to help others reach their fullest potential. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. Retirement plan with pre‑tax and Roth options for employee contributions. DailyPay – access your pay when you need it. Well‑being platform with self‑care tools and resources. Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program. Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning. Learn more about our full benefits package at About Merakey Merakey is a non‑profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year. Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds, including Veterans, to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr