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Direct Support Professional at Merakey

Department: IDD - Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities

Compensation

$17 – $19/hr

Location
Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania
Type
Full-time
Level
entry
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Summary from listing

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for its Upper Chichester, Pennsylvania program. The role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in park and sensory-garden settings, helping them develop social and communication skills, maintain independence, and complete daily living activities such as hygiene, personal care, housekeeping, and laundry. No prior experience is required because paid training is provided, but candidates must be at least 18, have a valid driver’s license, and preferably a high school diploma or GED. The schedule is Thursday and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with pay of $16.75 per hour plus a $1.50 per hour shift differential and an Enhanced Pay option that can increase earnings to $18.75 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid training, and other employee benefits.

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