Residential Direct Support Professional
Company: Merakey
Location: Newark
Posted on: February 17, 2021
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Job Description:
Merakey is seeking a Full Time--40 hour Direct Support
Professional to join our Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities Services (IDD) division in Newark, DE. Qualified entry
level candidates are eligible for up to $13.34/hour if the Enhanced
Pay Program is selected. Are you looking for a position where you
can utilize your skills and passion for supporting people? Do you
believe that we are better together by including everyone? Are you
searching for a rewarding career in the service of others? The
Direct Support Professional role isn't for everyone- but it IS for
those who enjoy a challenge working with individuals with
disabilities and the reward that comes with it. Being in this role
requires both attention to detail and creativity as you are serving
as both a life coach and a personal support to our individuals. If
this sounds like something that you would enjoy -- then join our
team! POSITION OVERVIEW Responsibilities include but are not
limited to the following: The direct support professional position
requires a motivated person to provide the highest quality of care
to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Job duties may include: Providing companionship and advocating on
behalf of the individuals you support when interfacing with
additional members of the team to include; doctors, nurses,
therapists, counselors and social workers. Assisting in the
development of a support plan and treatment plan Documenting
observations and progress in goal achievement Partnering with
neighbors and members of the community to enrich the connections
and relationships in the lives of the individuals you support.
Fostering an environment in the home that ensures that people feel
safe and cared for. Supporting the individuals in tasks both in the
home and in the community to include assisting with medication,
food preparation and feeding, aiding with hygiene and grooming
tasks, and providing transportation to appointments and activities.
MERAKEY IS PROUD TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING BENEFITSNEW!! -- we have
the compensation and benefits package that will meet your
individual needs!! You choose between "Enhanced Pay" or "Enhanced
Benefits" Depending on your needs and/or the needs of your family,
you choose between higher pay (and a full range of base benefits)
or unbelievable benefits (and competitive pay). You will be free to
choose from: Enhanced Pay -- Competitive wage + an additional $2.00
per hour for all hours worked. Option to select a base high
deductible medical plan + dental and vision coverage. Retirement
plan also available along with a full range of company paid
benefits. Enhanced Benefits -- Competitive wage + an option to
select from 4 comprehensive medical plans for you and your family
where at least 70% of the premiums are paid by Merakey. Dental,
Vision and Retirement Plan also available along with a full range
of additional company paid benefits. In addition -- we offer the
following benefits: Work/Life Balance Competitive Compensation
Plans Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending
Accounts Short/Long Term Disability Coverage Life Insurance 403B
Retirement Plan (with company matching) Marketplace Savings Program
Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs 24-Hour Nurse Hotline
Tuition Reimbursement Generous Paid Time Off (for qualifying
positions) Stability that coincides with working for a national
leader in education and human services ABOUT MERAKEY'S IDD DIVISION
Merakey supports individuals with intellectual and developmental
disabilities (IDD) in the enhancement of their abilities and
interests. Services are aimed at partnering with individuals as
they become self-sufficient and live everyday lives. Merakey
focuses on helping individuals find meaningful roles in their
community and to feel valued as community members. Individuals are
always at the core of the planning and implementation of services.
Community-Based Services Adult Training Facility Behavior Support
Services Early Intervention Case Management Employment
(Transitional, Supported, Competitive) In-home Support
Non-traditional Community Day Services/Home and Community
Habilitation Supports Coordination Residential Services Community
Living/Group Homes Family/Shared Living Intermediate Care Facility
Respite Care Specialized Residential (medically fragile, dementia,
autism, dual diagnosis, problematic sexual behavior) Supported
Living For more information on each individual service, please
visit: https://www.merakey.org/services-idd.html ABOUT MERAKEY
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education
provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals
and communities across the country. We leverage our size and
expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to
meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private
healthcare funders and community partner organizations. We
recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our
experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within
our communities to reach their fullest potential. With a rich
tradition spanning 50 years with nearly 10,000 employees, Merakey
provides care to over 40,000 adults and children throughout
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, Louisiana,
Michigan, Texas, California, and Tennessee. APPLY TODAY at
www.merakey.org/careers Requisition # 61178 Merakey is an Equal
Opportunity EmployerMust be at least 18 years old. Must have a High
School Diploma/G.E.D. Must have 1-year experience in a home health
aide setting, or school setting working with people who have
Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. Must have a desire to
help others reach their fullest potential. A valid driver's license
is required. New--hourly rates--up to $13.34 per hour, if the
enhance pay program is selected.
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