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Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

$18 - $18/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 27 days ago
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Direct Support Professional · $18 - $18/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +1% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania ($18.00/hr, n=52)
  • 59 similar openings in the Coraopolis area · median $18.00/hr
$16.25/hr · p10p90 · $20.59/hr
this role: $18.25/hrmedian $18.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 52 posted support services roles in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 61st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 1% above the Coraopolis, Pennsylvania median for support services roles.

Provide direct support to individuals by following their support plans to foster independence and social development. Assist with daily living activities including personal care, housekeeping, and laundry in various community settings.

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 (DSP)to join our team at our program in Coraopolis, 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!

No experience required - we provide PAID training.

Earn up to $18.25/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option

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.

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

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

Be a part of fostering a true sense of pride and fostering independence in your individual by teaching them to navigate daily living activities, such as personal care, housekeeping and laundry.

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 medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!
  • DailyPay
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Cell Phone Discount Plans
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Care.com Membership

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!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Driver's license required for community based homes.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license for community-based work. No prior experience is required as paid training is provided.

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Communication skills
  • Caregiving
  • Social skills
  • Personal care
  • Support planning

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $18/hr
Location
Coraopolis, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 12, 2026
Application
Employer website
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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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Market context

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.

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