Direct Support Professional at Merakey

Department: IDD - Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities

Compensation

$19 – $21/hr

Location: Cinnaminson Township, New Jersey
Type: Full-time
Level: entry

Summary from listing

Merakey is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with developmental and behavioral health needs by assisting with daily living activities, encouraging independence, and mentoring others. The role follows a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday schedule, pays $19.13 per hour or $21.13 with Enhanced Pay, and provides paid training with no prior experience required. Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or GED, and meet the stated experience or certification requirements.

Required Skills

Daily living
Mentoring
Activity coaching

Additional Information

Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED
Required Previous Experiences: 1-3 years of experience
4-5 years of experience in a human services residential setting
Preferred Qualifications: Desire to create long-term impact
Mentoring and coaching ability

About Merakey

Merakey

developmental, behavioral health, and educationLafayette Hill, PA

Merakey is a nonprofit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. Its teams support individuals of all ages and needs across 12 states, and it supports over 40,000 people each year. Merakey has over 8,000 team members across the United States, including over 2,000 with 20 or more years of service.