Direct Support Specialist — Behavior & Growth Advocate

Merakey; Antioch (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,501,000 - 80,231,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth)

Voluntary limited benefits (American W

EAP

On the Goga well-being platform

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for our program in Antioch, CA. DSPs provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, supporting health, safety, dignity, and personal growth in community and home settings.

Schedules are PRN only with pay of $26.00–$28.00/hr, increasing after earning the RBT certification. We offer benefits like DailyPay, retirement options, EAP, wellness resources, and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a verifiable High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver\'s license required.
• At least six months of direct care experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on behavioral services.
• Must complete DSP 1 and DSP 2 within 1 year of hire; RBT within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities in various settings.
• Assist with implementation of behavior plans and training in personal, communication, and social skills.
• Support individuals in community, family, or home environments and in Adult Training Facilities.

Skills

Verifiable High School Diploma

Valid driver\'s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DSP 1 certification

DSP 2 certification

RBT certification

Job description

Merakey is hiring Direct Support Professionals for our program in Antioch, CA. DSPs provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, supporting health, safety, dignity, and personal growth in community and home settings.

Schedules are PRN only with pay of $26.00–$28.00/hr, increasing after earning the RBT certification. We offer benefits like DailyPay, retirement options, EAP, wellness resources, and learning opportunities.