Job Information
Merakey Pennsylvania Direct Support Professional - Specialized/Dual Diagnosis in Cresson, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 5001031639306 Requisition Number 91709
City Cresson
Shift 3rd Shift - with week-ends
External Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional Specialized/Dual Diagnosis (DSP)to join our team at our program in Cresson, PA. Earn $21.38 / hour when enhanced pay option is selected. The Direct Care Professional (DSP) Specialized is responsible for supporting and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). A DSP Specialized should use counseling, mentoring, coaching, modeling, and other trained strategies to assist individuals in reaching their highest potential. This role will support individuals with IDD, signs and symptoms of serious mental illness, Autism and/or medical conditions which some could be the underlying causes of behavior. Benefits Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more! DailyPay Work/Life Balance Flexible Schedules Cell Phone Discount Plans Employee Referral Bonuses Tuition Reimbursement Care.com Membership 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 throughout 12 states across the country each year. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Position Type Full-Time
State PA
Work Schedule 11 pm - 7 am with rotating weekends
Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Verifiable high school diploma or GED Must be at least 21 years of age Must have a valid driver's license 1-3 years working with people with developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring mental health issues NADD DSP certification training during the first year of employment for continued employment in this program
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.