Senior Direct Support Leader - Growth & Benefits

Merakey; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Goga well-being platform

Backup care services

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Educational partnerships

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) for our program in Antioch, CA. The LDSP will lead direct support staff in delivering compassionate care to individuals with developmental disabilities across diverse settings, while implementing behavior plans and supporting communication and social skills.

The role includes direct care duties, team leadership, and ensuring the health, safety, and dignity of the individuals served.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Direct Support Professionals interact and support individuals with developmental disabilities in settings including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings, as well as Adult Training Facilities.
• Assist with direct care and implementation of behavior plans.
• Contribute to health, safety, dignity, and contentment of consumers by training and assisting in personal care, communication, and social skills.

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) for our program in Antioch, CA. The LDSP will lead direct support staff in delivering compassionate care to individuals with developmental disabilities across diverse settings, while implementing behavior plans and supporting communication and social skills.

The role includes direct care duties, team leadership, and ensuring the health, safety, and dignity of the individuals served.