Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$18/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago

Practice for this role

Direct Support Professional · $18/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+4% 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: $18.25/hrmedian $17.55/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 148 posted support services roles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 60th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 4% above the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania median for support services roles.

The Direct Support Professional will assist individuals with daily living activities such as housekeeping and personal care to enhance their independence. They will also provide mentorship and coaching to help individuals achieve their personal goals under the supervision of a House Manager.

Position

Direct
Support
Professional
Location:
Philadelphia ,
PA
Pay
Rate: Earn up to $18.25 per hr w election of enhanced pay option, Base Rate is 16.25 per hr

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 (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Philadelphia, PA.

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!

Schedule

SUNDAY,
Saturday, 12:00pm-12:00am,
MONDAY,
Friday, 4:00pm - 12:00am

Starting rate

$16.25

Position Details

Our ideal DSP candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individuals lives and enjoy encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals. Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as housekeeping and laundry. Your work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents’ responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports, and periodic meetings. Make a difference in the life of those you work with to enhance their independence by assisting with daily and personal activities.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.

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 experience in home health or working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

high school
Housekeeping
Laundry
Coaching
Communication
Documentation
Mentoring
Reporting
Caregiving
Personal care assistance
Direct care

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18/hr
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 10, 2026
Application: Employer website

Direct support roles remain steady in Pennsylvania

Direct Support Professional openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in community-based care and support services. This role can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with home health or intellectual and developmental disabilities experience, even when no prior experience is required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm you meet the age and valid driver’s license criteria before applying.