Reference #: 5001009300600 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 Philadelphia, 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 $18.65/hour and more with potential shift differentials.  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, museums and local events 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 competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plans, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, Daily Pay and much more!  To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers  ABOUT MERAKEY  Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.     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.  *  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.