Direct Support Professional

Merakey
Middletown, DE
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals' lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others.

What You Will Do

The work involves assisting with daily and personal activities, such as housekeeping and laundry, under the supervision of the House Manager. The DSP will make a difference in the life of those they work with to enhance their independence.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The role requires a strong desire to help others reach their fullest potential, and the ideal candidate will have experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must possess a valid driver's license
  • 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

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan
  • DailyPay
  • On the Goga well-being platform
  • 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
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