Direct Support Professional Specialized - Merakey

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 Trenton, 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

Earn $20.75/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option

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 theIndividuals 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 youwork with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities

BenefitsMerakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans andmore!

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Care.com Membership About MerakeyMerakey 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 throughout12 states across the country each year

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Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!The ideal candidate will posses the following:

Must be at least 21 years old

Must possess a valid driver's license

(Prefer candidates have their own transportation)

Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D

Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred

Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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.