We are currently seeking a Hospital Tripper /Direct Support Professional to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division in Coraopolis.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Providing individualized care, activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area.
• Guiding residents in leisure activities, work and day programming.
• All chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, i.e., laundry and housekeeping.
• Escorts residents via Allegheny Valley School vehicles or emergency vehicles to doctors' offices, health centers or emergency rooms.
• 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.
• 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 hospital
• Is aware of residents' needs (i.e., change of clothing, personal items, lunches, etc.) for off-campus appointments.
• Verbally reports any concerns regarding medical or professional treatment of individuals to Health Services Supervisor or appropriate supervisory staff.

Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.

Earn $19.34/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

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. 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!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Related experience is helpful.