Merakey·Sunbury, Pennsylvania
Provide direct support to individuals in various settings to enhance their health, safety, and dignity. Assist and train individuals in personal care, communication, and the development of social skills.
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 PRN Direct Support Professionals to join our team in Punxsutawney , PA and surrounding areas.
If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!
Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals in a variety of potential 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.
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 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. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo]
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!
Ready to make a difference? Apply today at www.merakey.org/careers [http://www.merakey.org/careers] to learn more.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle are required.
Market context
Direct Support Professional roles in Pennsylvania are typically in steady demand because providers need reliable staff to support people in home and community settings. This role is competitive for candidates who can meet the age, driver’s license, and personal vehicle requirements, and the paid training plus flexible scheduling can help new applicants get started. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and schedule fit before applying.
