Direct Support Professional Specialized at Merakey Education Autism Services

Mansfield Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

20.75

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, Mentoring, Coaching, Social Skills, Communication Skills, Personal Care, Housekeeping, Laundry, Independence, Daily Living Activities, Developmental Disabilities, Dual Diagnosis, NADD DSP Certification

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 seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in NJ. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately! No experience required - we provide PAID training. Pay rate - $20.75/hour Our ideal DSP candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals 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 Individuals Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills. Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride and fostering independence in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as personal care, housekeeping and laundry. Make a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. 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] 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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Qualifications * Must be 21 years of age. * Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. * A valid driver's license is required. * 1 year experience working with people with developmental disabilities. * Dual Diagnosis experience is preferred. * NADD DSP Certification training within first year of employment. Due to the specific requirements of this location, only qualified men should apply.

Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals will assist individuals with daily living activities and help them achieve their personal goals. They will follow the Individuals Support Plan and engage in various activities to foster independence.