Direct Support Professional

Fayetteville, Pennsylvania, United States Position Type Full-Time Shift 2nd Shift - with week-ends Work Schedule 4p-12a every other Monday 4p-12a Tuesday-Friday 4p-12a every other weekend Description Pay Rate : $16.75 ($2 additional with Enhanced Pay option) Shifts available: 2nd Shift:4p-12a every other Monday 4p-12a Tuesday-Friday 4p-12a every other weekend Merakey is Hiring Direct Support Professionals! 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 Fayetteville, PA in our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 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 Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) Assist with personal care , hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation Support life skills development , including household tasks and social skills Provide community support , transportation Promote health, safety, and well-being , including medication support (as trained) Complete 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: We believe in giving back to our team. Merakey provides: DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits Care.com Membership Cell Phone Discounts 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 ! The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential. Must possess a valid driver’s license. #J-18808-Ljbffr