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Direct Support Professional-May 2024
Hershey
May 1, 2025
About Direct Support Professional

  Reference #: 5001014460106Requisition Number90216

  CityHershey

  ShiftDouble Shift Week-ends

  External 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 the program in Hershey, PA.

  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 up to $17/hour with the selection of 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 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.BenefitsMerakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!DailyPayWork/Life BalanceFlexible SchedulesCell Phone Discount PlansEmployee Referral BonusesTuition ReimbursementCare.com MembershipAbout 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 throughout 12 states across the country each year.  Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

  Position TypeFull-Time

  StatePA

  Work Schedule7:00am-11:00pm

  Requirements

  The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:Must be at least 18 years old.Must possess a valid driver's license.Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. PreferredRelated direct care experience (DSP, CAN, HHA) preferred.Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

  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.

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