Community Engagement Guide

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Richmond, VA, USA
In-Office
18-18 Hourly
Entry level
Healthtech • Other • Professional Services • Social Impact
Putting our heart and soul into exceptional care.
The Role
Provide personal care, support, and community-based activities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Implement and document ISP plans, assist with daily living tasks and medication, transport and supervise clients on outings, maintain records, attend trainings, and report incidents to administrators.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

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 Community Services Facilitator to join our team in our Richmond, Virginia location.  If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide this is the opportunity for you.


We are currently seeking a Community Services Facilitator to join our Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (IDD) division in Richmond, Va.


Position Details

The Community Services Facilitator interacts with and supports the individual in a variety of community settings. The Community Engagement Guide provides personal care, instruction, guidance, mentoring, companionship and support according to the individual's Person Centered Plan/Individual Support Plan (ISP). Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Implements program policy and procedure according to program regulations and guidelines.
  • Provides support to individuals in their care.
  • Implements and monitors program plans of individuals receiving services.
  • Monitors and documents individual progress.
  • Leads or co-leads community based activities.
  • Assists, teaches and monitors individual's daily living activities, including but not limited to personal hygiene and medication administration.
  • Accompanies and monitors individuals on community trips, engages individuals in social and leisure activities, and assures the health and safety of the individuals.
  • Maintains accurate and adequate records through written and electronic medical records.
  • Reports to administrator on call any immediate or unusual situations(s) and mediate problematic issues between individuals in a timely manner.
  • Attends and participates in all trainings and meetings.
  • Transports to activities as scheduled. Driving is essential.
  • Completion of all training requirements within prescribed timeshares
  • May perform other related duties when required or assigned.

Earn up to $18.00/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay option.


Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
  • Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
  • DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
  • On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
  • Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
  • Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
  • Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
  • Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

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.

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!

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • Verifiable HS Diploma or GED or AA Degree in a Human Services field.
  • Experience working with adults and residential and day support services.
  • Valid Driver's License Required.
  • Preferred experience: working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma, GED, or AA degree in a Human Services field
  • Experience working with adults and residential and day support services
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Merakey Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Merakey and has not been reviewed or approved by Merakey.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is positioned as robust, with multiple medical plan options, telemedicine, care navigation support, and certain specialty medications available at no cost through an affiliated pharmacy.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off policies are structured with separate vacation, sick, and personal time allocations plus paid holidays, and vacation increases with tenure.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing and practical supports include an employee assistance program, tuition support, caregiving resources, discounts, and early wage access that can improve day-to-day financial flexibility.

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The Company
HQ: Lafayette Hill, PA
2,798 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education non-profit 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.

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