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Position: Individual Support Specialist
Location: Coraopolis, McKees Rocks, and Sewickley, PA
Pay Rate: Base $16.25/hour. Earn up to $21.25/ hour with selection of Enhanced Pay option and qualifying house differential. Shifts available: DayMerakey is Hiring Individual Support Specialist Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seekingmission-driven, compassionate, and reliableindividuals to join our team inCoraopolis, PA in our IDD Division. Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, Direct Support Professionalor someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services - this is your opportunity. No experience required - we provide paid training!
Key Responsibilities:
  • Providedirect careand support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
  • Assist withpersonal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
  • Supportlife skills development, including household tasks and social skills
  • Providecommunity support, transportation
  • Promotehealth, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
  • Complete requireddocumentation, progress notes, and service logs
  • To see what our current DSP say about working at Merakey, click here...DSP Spotlight PageTo see what it's all about, click here....DSP Position: IDD Services
  • Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity:
As aDirect 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 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 at www.merakey.org/careersto learn more. Must be 18 years of age. Must have a Valid Driver's License.

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