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Residential Counselor

Merakey
Upper Darby, PA Other
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026
Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do.

 

We are seeking a Residential Counselor to join our team at our program in Delaware County Residential Programs; CRRs. This role is PRN/On Call. 

 

 

Earn $18.25 an hour.

 

Position Details

The Residential Counselor will provide direction and assistance to consumers residing in the Community Residential Rehab (CRR) programs. 

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist with nutrition, housekeeping, budgeting, hygiene, self-care, home safety, social interaction, exercise, health management, and vocational.
  • Transport residents to appointments and outings.
  • Implement appropriate parts of each resident's goal plan as instructed by the treatment team or supervisor.
  • Report the resident's progress to the appropriate clinician.

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

  • DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
  • Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
  • Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (*not a substitute for major medical insurance)
  • Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).\
  • Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
  • Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
  • Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

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!

Qualifications:

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Must have a valid driver's license with a clean record.
  • One year of mental health experience with adults preferred.

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