Direct Support Professional

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver's license
• Preferred 1+ year experience in a home health aide setting or school setting working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities

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 looking for a Direct Support Professional to join our team in our Virginia Beach location.

Earn: $16.00/Hour

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide this is the opportunity for you.

Position Details

Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals in a variety of settings and provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity and contentment of every individual served by assisting and training them in the areas of personal care, communication and social skill development.

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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

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!