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Merakey

Direct Support Professional - Altoona, PA

Merakey, Altoona, Pennsylvania, us, 16603

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Position Type Full-Time

Shift 2nd Shift - with week-ends

Work Schedule 4 pm - 12 am with rotating weekends

Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Must be 18 years of age.

Must have a Valid Driver's License.

Description Position:

Direct Support Professional

Location:

Altoona, PA

Pay Rate:

Earn up to $18.25/hour with election of Enhanced Pay option.

Shifts available:

Evenings, Overnights and Weekends

Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission-driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Greensburg, PA in our Home and Community Division.

Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, or someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services – this is your opportunity. No experience required – we provide paid training!

To see what our current DSP say about working at Merakey, click here... DSP Spotlight Page

Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities like personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement.

Spend your days making memories – from trips to the park and sensory gardens to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You'll be a mentor, coach, and advocate.

What Merakey Offers YOU:

We believe in giving back to our team. Merakey provides:

DailyPay

– access your earnings when you need them

Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance

Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits

Employee Referral Bonuses

Care.com Membership

Cell Phone Discounts

Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities

About Merakey:

Merakey 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 across 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today through the Merakey employee portal or visit www.merakey.org/careers to learn more.

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