Reference #: 5001028263006 Requisition Number 91392

City Philadelphia

Shift 1st Shift - with week-ends

External Description

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 welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Position Type Full-Time

State PA

Work Schedule 7a-3:30pm

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D. Related experience is helpful. A valid driver's license is required. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The Program Aide possesses knowledge of current practices and techniques involved in activities of daily living for developmentally disabled individuals. Knowledge of policies and procedures of the department and the facility. Knowledge of personal hygiene as it applies to the mentally retarded. Ability to maintain all required documentation with accuracy and completeness. Ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with individuals, staff and the public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to carry out programs with creativity and initiative. Ability to cope with day-to-day problems and to record and report observations on individual behavior. Ability to maintain an understanding attitude toward mentally retarded and physically handicapped individuals. Ability to lift and transfer individuals, utilizing prescribed techniques usually exceeding fifty (50) pounds. Ability to carry out the routines of the day program in the absence of the Program Instructor.

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.