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Merakey is seeking a  Direct Support Professional - PRN  to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division in the Coatesville location. POSITION OVERVIEW The Direct Support Professional interacts with and supports the individual in a variety of potential settings, including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings, as well as Adult Training Facilities (ATF). Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Interact with and supports the individual in a variety of potential settings, including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings, as well as Adult Training Facilities (ATF). Provide personal care, instruction, guidance, mentoring, companionship and support, often across a 24 hour period, according to the individual's Person Centered Plan/Individual Support Plan (ISP). Provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity and contentment of every consumer served. ABOUT MERAKEY'S IDD DIVISION Merakey 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.html ABOUT MERAKEY Merakey 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. APPLY TODAY www.merakey.org/careers Requisition Number: 50941 Merakey is an Equal Opportunity Employer!