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Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Bridgeton, New Jersey

$18 - $20/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 10 days ago
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Direct Support Professional · $18 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -9% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Bridgeton, New Jersey ($20.00/hr)
  • 6 similar openings in the Bridgeton area
$18.13/hr · p10p90 · $113/hr
this role: $18.13/hrmedian $20.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted support services roles in Bridgeton, New Jersey rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 9% below the Bridgeton, New Jersey median for support services roles.

Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with daily living activities such as housekeeping and laundry to enhance their independence. They also provide encouragement, mentoring, and coaching to help individuals achieve their personal goals.

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 Marlton, NJ .

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.

Pay Rate- $18.13 an hour or $20.13 with the selection of Enhanced Pay.

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.
  • Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
  • Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
  • Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits]

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

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license. (Prefer candidates have their own transportation).
  • Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
  • 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.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and hold a High School diploma or G.E.D. Experience in home health or working with individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.

  • high school
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Caregiving
  • Personal care
  • Support services
  • Developmental support
  • Behavioral health support

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $20/hr
Location
Bridgeton, New Jersey
Posted
Aug 29, 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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Market context

Direct care role with steady New Jersey demand

Direct Support Professional roles in New Jersey are often in steady demand because providers need reliable staff to support daily living and community-based care. This role can be competitive because employers look for dependable candidates with a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and access to a registered, insured vehicle; human services or direct care experience is preferred. Review the schedule, travel expectations, and support duties closely, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing the original job description.

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