Direct Support Professional
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Social Work
Home Care, Community Health -
Healthcare
Home Care, Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Caregiver, Community Health
Requirements
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- Must be 18 years old.
- Related experience is helpful.
- Valid drivers License is required
Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- Must be 18 years old.
- High School diploma/G.E.D. preferred
- Related experience is helpful.
- Valid drivers License is required
Direct Support Professional
LocationHummelstown, PA
Pay Rate$16.25 (Up to $18.25/hr with Enhanced Pay option)
Shifts available3rd shift with every other weekend
Merakey is Hiring Direct Support Professionals!
Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission-driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team.
Whether you’re an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, or someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services — this is your opportunity. No experience required – we provide paid training!
Key Responsibilities- Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
- Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
- Provide community support, transportation
- Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
- Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs
To see what our current DSP say about working at Merakey, ……DSP Spotlight Page To see what it’s all about, ….DSP Position: IDD Services
Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great OpportunityAs a Direct 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 YOUWe believe in giving back to our team. Merakey provides:
- Daily Pay – access your earnings when you need them
- Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance
- Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Membership
- Cell Phone Discounts
- Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities
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. 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! Our Commitment To Diversity
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!
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