Hospital tripper/Direct Support Professional
 Merakey | |
$18.59/hour and up to 21.59 with enhanced pay option
Note:Candidate will have the option to select Enhanced Pay.
BENEFITS:
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Comprehensive med
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tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Coraopolis | |
| 1992 Ewings Mill Road (Show on map) | |
 Jul 31, 2026 | |
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Base pay 18.59 per hr Coraopolis PA Sun-thurs 730 am-4pm 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 Hospital Tripper/Direct Support Professionals(DSPs) to join our team at our programs inCoroapolis, PA. POSITION DETAILS: Our ideal DSP candidate will have a strong desire to create long-term impacts on their individual 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 price 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. COMPENSATION:
Note:Candidate will have the option to select Enhanced Pay. BENEFITS: Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Learn more about our full benefits package -https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits Life at Merakey: DSP Spotlight
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. Base pay 18.59 per hr Coraopolis PA Sun-thurs 730 am-4pm 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 a Hospital Tripper / Direct Support Professionals to join our team in our Coraopolis, PA location. 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! Position Details 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. Apply today through the Merakey employee portal. 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 Hospital tripper/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. Earn18.59 and up to $20.59/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. Communicates transportation needs to Supervisor on a timely basis to ensure individual receives the most efficient response to return to normal routine. Insures safe transportation, i.e., secures wheelchairs and residents in vehicles and supervises during transport. Familiarizes self with doctors' offices, clinics and various hospital environments. Actively gathers information regarding individual prior to scheduled trip so that accurate information may be shared with professional staff. Reports to appropriate appointment on time and informs the parties of any pertinent resident information. Develops and maintains professional rapport with personnel of doctors' offices, clinics and hospitals. Is aware of residents' needs (i.e., change of clothing, personal items, lunches, etc.) for off-campus appointments. Obtains signed consultation sheet. Verbally reports any concerns regarding medical or professional treatment of individuals to Health Services Supervisor or appropriate supervisory staff. Signs residents out prior to hospital trip or appointment and signs them in upon return from trip or appointment on behavior log in respective living area. The Hospital Tripper will perform duties of Habilitation Worker when not scheduled for off-campus trips. Performs any related work as required. Escorts residents via Merakey Allegheny Valley school vehicles or emergency vehicles to doctors' offices, health centers or emergency rooms 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! Ready to make a difference? The ideal candidatemust meet the following minimum qualifications:
Note:NO experience required- we providePAIDTraining | |