Direct Support Professional - Redding, CA

Direct Support Professional - Redding, CA Merakey $20-22 per hour. Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals with development disabilities in a variety of potential settings including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings vision insurance, tuition reimbursement United States, California, Redding May 15, 2026 Back Direct Support Professional #109635 Redding, California, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Position Type PRN (no set schedule or hours) Shift Multiple Shifts Work Schedule PRN Requirements The ideal candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Must have a verifiable High School Diploma/G.E.D. A valid driver's license is required. Must have at least 1 year of experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services

Certification Requirements:

Merakey will provide access to the necessary training and support to help employees meet these requirements.

These must be completed by:

DSP 1 and DSP 2 Certification - Required within 12 months of hire. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification - Required within 60 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Dual Diagnose experience is a PLUS! Description 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 Caregivers / Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Redding, CA. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!

Job Description:

Provide the personal care and support to clients who live in the home Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation and companionship Help with ambulation, transferring and range of motion exercises Ensure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathways Participate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbies Earn $20-22 per hour. Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals with development disabilities in a variety of potential settings including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings. We provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity and contentment of every consumer served by assisting and training individuals in the areas of personal care, communication, and social skill development. This position provides direct support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities with co-occurring medical support needs in a residential setting. To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers 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. 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!