Direct Support Professional
Merakey


Job Info


Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division.

Are you looking for a position where you can utilize your skills and passion for supporting people? Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone? Are you searching for a rewarding career in the service of others? The Direct Support Professional role isn't for everyone- but it IS for those who enjoy a challenge working with individuals with disabilities and the reward that comes with it. Being in this role requires both attention to detail and creativity as you are serving as both a life coach and a personal support to our individuals. If this sounds like something that you would enjoy - then join our team!

POSITION DETAILS

Supports Individual(s) in tasks in a residential and/or community setting to include activities of daily living and personal care such as feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting.

May prepare or assist with preparing meals that promote proper nutrition, good health and meet Individual-specific dietary needs.

May accompany individual(s) to a variety of scheduled medical appointments, completing pre/post paperwork, as needed.

May dispense appropriate individual medication based on established policy and protocol; immediately report errors.

May transport or arrange for transport of individual(s), following vehicle policy and procedure and adheres to driving laws.

Performs or assists, guides and supports housekeeping functions.

Documents individual daily progress report in individual's electronic health record; updates all communication logs as directed.

Immediately reports to manager, any uncharacteristic situation(s) for appropriate direction.

BENEFITS

Merakey offers Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules and so much more!

ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country.

We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations.

We recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within our communities to reach their fullest potential.

With a rich tradition spanning 50 years with nearly 10,000 employees, Merakey provides care to over 40,000 adults and children throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, Louisiana, Virginia, Michigan, Texas, California, and Tennessee.

APPLY TODAY

www.merakey.org/careers

Merakey is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Verifiable high school diploma/GED

1 year of I/DD experience in a group home or residential setting preferred

A valid driver's license is required

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled


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