Direct Support Professional at Merakey Education Autism Services

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

18.25

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Support, Personal Care, Communication Skills, Social Skills Development, Caregiving, Training, Health and Safety, Diversity Awareness

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

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 looking for a Direct Support Professional to join our team in our Harrisburg, PA. location. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide this is the opportunity for you. Position Details Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals in a variety of settings and provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity and contentment of every individual served by assisting and training them in the areas of personal care, communication and social skill development. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. 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. Pay rate $16.25/hr. (Earn up to $18.25 with the selection of the Enhanced Pay.) Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: * 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 - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits] About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: * Must be at least 18 years old. * Must possess a valid driver’s license. * High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred * Related direct care experience (DSP, CAN, HHA) preferred. * Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals interact and support individuals in various settings, enhancing their health, safety, dignity, and contentment. They assist and train individuals in personal care, communication, and social skill development.