PRN Direct Support Professional Merakey $18.50 / hr tuition reimbursement, retirement plan United States, California, Redding 20785 Old Alturas Road (Show on map) Aug 25, 2026 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 seekingCaregivers&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! Earn $18.50 per hour. Plus a$2 per hour night shift differential if working overnight. Our Caregivers/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. The DSP will assist with direct care as well as implementation of behavior plans. 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.

Job Functions:

Provide the full 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 Get an inside look at life as a DSP at Merakey through ourDSPSpotlightPage. Hear directly from our team about what makes Merakey a place where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day. To fill out an on-line application:www.merakey.org/careers 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! The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. High School Diploma/G.E.D. preferred. Experienceproviding direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Ability to lift 50 pounds and experience using a Hoyer Lift Experience supporting consumers with G-Tube care