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Merakey is seeking a House Manager Aide-PRN to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division in Philadelphia, PA .Are you looking for a position where you can utilize your skills and passion for supporting people? Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone? Are you searching for a rewarding career in the service of others? The Direct Support Professional role isn't for everyone- but it IS for those who enjoy a challenge working with individuals with disabilities and the reward that comes with it. Being in this role requires both attention to detail and creativity as you are serving as both a life coach and a personal support to our individuals. If this sounds like something that you would enjoy then join our team!Position OverviewWork involves promoting individual skills to engage in activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area, guiding individuals in leisure activities, work and community participation and integration. Work also entails assisting the individuals with performing all chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, i.e., laundry and housekeeping. Work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, individuals responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports and periodic meetings. Staff will be required to follow a designated shift routine and assignments as outlined by the House Manager.ABOUT MERAKEY'S IDD DIVISIONMerakey supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the enhancement of their abilities and interests. Services are aimed at partnering with individuals as they become self-sufficient and live everyday lives. Merakey focuses on helping individuals find meaningful roles in their community and to feel valued as community members. Individuals are always at the core of the planning and implementation of services.Community-Based Services
Adult Training Facility
Behavior Support Services
Early Intervention Case Management
Employment (Transitional, Supported, Competitive)
In-home Support
Non-traditional Community Day Services/Home and Community Habilitation
Supports Coordination
Residential Services
Community Living/Group Homes
Family/Shared Living
Intermediate Care Facility
Respite Care
Specialized Residential (medically fragile, dementia, autism, dual diagnosis, problematic sexual behavior)
Supported Living
For more information on each individual service, please visit: https://www.merakey.org/services-idd.htmlABOUT MERAKEYMerakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education 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.With a rich tradition spanning 50 years with nearly 10,000 employees, Merakey provides care to over 40,000 adults and children throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, Louisiana, Michigan, Texas, California, and Tennessee.Merakey is an Equal Opportunity Employer!APPLY TODAY!Requisition number: 54918EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
