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Position Direct Support Professional Location Jeannette, PA Pay Rate Earn up to $18.25/hour with election of Enhanced Pay option. Shift 12 am - 8 am, Sunday - Thursday Merakey is Hiring Direct Support Professionals! Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission‑driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team in Jeannette, PA. Whether you’re an experienced caregiver, direct care worker or home health aide, or someone looking to start a meaningful career in human services — this is your opportunity. No experience required – we provide paid training. Key Responsibilities Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs) Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills Provide community support, transportation Promote health, safety, and well‑being, including medication support (as trained) Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs To see what our current DSPs say about working at Merakey, visit the DSP Spotlight Page. To learn more about our DSP Position: IDD Services, visit the respective page. Why Being a DSP at Merakey is a Great Opportunity As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll work alongside a passionate team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll help them build independence, develop social and communication skills, and navigate daily living activities like personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement. Spend your days making memories — from trips to the park and sensory gardens to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. You’ll be a mentor, coach, and advocate. What Merakey Offers You DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them Flexible schedules & work‑life balance Health, dental, eye, and ear benefits Employee referral bonuses membership Cell phone discounts Paid training & career‑development opportunities 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 across 12 states each year. Watch a video about Merakey to learn more. Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse. Our Commitment To Diversity 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. Merakey welcomes all veterans to apply and encourages applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to join our team. Ready to make a difference? Apply today at to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

