Lead Direct Support Professional

Merakey; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional to join our team in Redding, CA. The role focuses on direct care for individuals with developmental disabilities, implementing behavior plans and promoting dignity and independence.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of paid experience, a valid driver’s license, and DSP1/DSP2 within 1 year plus RBT within 60 days. Earn $22–$24 per hour with rate increases after RBT certification.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of paid verifiable experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services.
• Certifications DSP1, DSP2 within 1 year of hire date and RBT within 60 days.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work full-time as a Lead Direct Support Professional.

Responsibilities

• Lead direct care for individuals with developmental disabilities in varied settings.
• Implement and monitor behavior plans to promote health, safety and independence.
• Assist with daily living skills, communication and social development.
• Mentor and supervise team members as part of the LDSP role.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D

DSP 1 certification

DSP 2 certification

RBT certification

Job description

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a verifiable/High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• A valid driver\’s license is required.
• Dual Diagnose experience preferred.
• Must have 1 year of paid verifiable experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services; and
• Required to complete a DSP 1 and DSP 2 certification, within 1 year of hired date.
• Required to complete an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification within 60 days of hired date.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a verifiable/High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• A valid driver\’s license is required.
• Dual Diagnose experience preferred.
• Must have 1 year of paid verifiable experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services; and
• Required to complete a DSP 1 and DSP 2 certification, within 1 year of hired date.
• Required to complete an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification within 60 days of hired date.

The ideal candidate will possess the following 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.
• Dual Diagnose experience preferred.
• Must have 1 year of paid verifiable experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services; and
• Required to complete a DSP 1 and DSP 2 certification, within 1 year of hired date.
• Required to complete an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification within 60 days of hired date.

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 a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) to join our team at our program in Redding, CA.

Earn $22- $24 per hour (rate increases $2 per hour once you have received your RBT – Registered Behavioral Technician certification).

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, as well as Adult Training Facilities. 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.

Benefits

• 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. 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!