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Direct support prof

Merakey·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$17 - $17/hrPart TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Direct support prof · $17 - $17/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -5% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ($17.55/hr, n=148)
  • 376 similar openings in the Philadelphia area · median $17.50/hr
$10.00/hr · p10p90 · $57.53/hr
this role: $16.75/hrmedian $17.55/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 148 posted support services roles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 35th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 5% below the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania median for support services roles.

The Direct Support Professional will assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care, hygiene, and household tasks like laundry and cleaning. They will also mentor and coach individuals to help them achieve their goals while facilitating social and communication development in various community settings.

Position: Direct Support Professional

Schedule

  • 3rd shift with weekends
  • Pay
  • Rate: $16.75

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 Direct Support Professionals to join our team in our Philadelphia location.

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!

Position Details

Our ideal Direct Support Professional candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their consumer’s lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals.

Spend your day in a variety of settings making memories with our individuals.

By following the Individual Support Plan, you can enjoy your days at the park and sensory gardens, while working on social and communication skills.

Enhancing independence by assisting with daily hygiene and personal care.

Foster a true sense of pride in your individual, teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry.

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.

Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.

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. [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!

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license. A high school diploma or G.E.D. is preferred, along with prior experience in home health or working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • high school
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Communication skills
  • Caregiving
  • Social skills
  • Personal care
  • Hygiene assistance
  • Direct support
  • Individual support planning

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $17/hr
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Merakey

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education non-profit 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...

IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Verifiable High School diploma/G.E. D preferred.
  • Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred.
  • Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Market context

Support services demand in Pennsylvania

Support-services roles in Pennsylvania are often tied to steady staffing needs in hospitals and care facilities, especially when teams need reliable coverage for patient support and daily operations. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with CNA and current BLS credentials, plus prior acute or rehabilitation hospital experience, even when experience is not required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your certification dates and hospital experience before applying.

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