Direct Support Professional
- Chambersburg, PA Merakey $16.
25 (Up to $18.25/hr with Enhanced Pay option) Shifts available: Double weekends Merakey is Hiring Direct Support Professionals! Merakey, a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services, is seeking mission-driven, comp tuition reimbursement, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Chambersburg Jun 12, 2026 Back
Direct Support Professional
#109016
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Apply
X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy
Position Type
Full-Time
Shift
Double Shift Week-ends
Work Schedule
Sat 8am
- 12am, Sun 8am
- 12am, Mon 4pm
- 12am
Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Must be 18 years old.
Valid Driver's License required
Similar experience preferred
Description Position:
Direct Support Professional Location:
Chambersburg, PA Pay Rate:
$16.25 (Up to $18.25/hr with Enhanced Pay option) Shifts available: Double weekends 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. Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, 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 DSP say about working at Merakey, click here...DSP Spotlight Page To see what it's all about, click here....
DSP Position:
IDD Services 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:
We believe in giving back to our team.
Merakey provides:
DailyPay
- access your earnings when you need them
Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance
Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits
Employee Referral Bonuses
Care.
com Membership
Cell Phone Discounts
Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities 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
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. 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! 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. 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!
