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Direct Support Professional at Merakey

Department: IDD - Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities

Compensation

$18/hr

Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Type
Full-time, Part-time
Level
entry

Summary from listing

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for its Willingboro, New Jersey program. The role provides support in park and sensory-garden settings, assists individuals with daily hygiene and personal care, and helps them develop independence in activities such as housekeeping and laundry. No prior experience is required because paid training is provided, and the position pays $18.13 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18, have a valid driver’s license, and a verifiable high school diploma or GED; home-health or intellectual-and-developmental-disability experience is preferred. Benefits include access to pay, retirement contributions, limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, counseling and financial services, wellness resources, discounts, and online learning.

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