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Summary
About the Role
About You
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to pass background checks and any required health screenings.
- Demonstrated compassion and patience in working with individuals with disabilities.
- Basic communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.
- Willingness to complete any required training or certification related to direct support services.
- Previous experience working as a Direct Support Professional or in a related caregiving role.
- Certification in CPR and First Aid.
- Knowledge of developmental disabilities and best practices in support services.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.
Benefits
- 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.
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 the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations. We recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within our communities to reach their fullest potential. PURPOSE: Putting our heart and soul into exceptional care. VISION: To be a nationally recognized provider of the highest quality health and human services. CORE VALUES: Compassion | Diversity | Integrity | Quality | Safety | Trust EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2018, NHS HUMAN SERVICES, INC. CHANGED ITS NAME TO MERAKEY!