Direct Support Professional
Merakey

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Direct Support Professional - PRN

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team at our program in Philadelphia, Pa 19115

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!

Direct Support Professional responsible for the specialized care of individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Supports individual(s) in a medical based facility, with 24 nursing care, to include total assistance for activities of daily living and personal care such as feeding, bathing, dressing, and toileting. May accompany individual(s) to a variety of scheduled medical appointments, completing pre/post paperwork, as needed. May transport an individual, following vehicle policy and procedure and adhering to Pennsylvania driving laws. Documents individual daily progress report in individual's electronic health record; updates all communication logs as directed. Immediately reports to the shift supervisor, any uncharacteristic situation(s) for appropriate direction.

We provide PAID training!

To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers

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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 in their lives. 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.

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.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old

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

• Related experience is helpful

• A valid driver's license is required

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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