Direct Support Professional | Path to RBT + Competitive Pay

Merakey; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Care.com access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Sacramento, CA program. You will interact with individuals with developmental disabilities in community and home settings, providing direct care and implementing behavior plans.

Earn $23-$25 per hour, with a $2/hour raise after obtaining RBT certification. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement options, DailyPay, and learning resources. Join a nonprofit focused on growth and support for both clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license, if required.
• Ability to read, speak, write and comprehend the English language.
• Must have desire to help others reach their fullest potential.
• Completes PPD testing and Physical Examination upon hire and minimally every 2 years thereafter, if required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed.
• Ability to model, teach, and encourage socially-acceptable behaviors as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interact with and support individuals with developmental disabilities in various settings.
• Assist with direct care and implementation of behavior plans.
• Support personal care, communication, and social skills development.
• Promote health, safety, dignity and contentment of consumers.

Skills

18+ age

Driver's license

English proficiency

Desire to help others

Flexible schedule

Behavior modeling

Education

RBT certification or licensed psychiatric technician

Job description

Merakey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Sacramento, CA program. You will interact with individuals with developmental disabilities in community and home settings, providing direct care and implementing behavior plans.

Earn $23-$25 per hour, with a $2/hour raise after obtaining RBT certification. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement options, DailyPay, and learning resources. Join a nonprofit focused on growth and support for both clients and staff.