Senior Direct Support Professional: Empowering Care Leader

Merakey; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform (Goga)

Care.com backup care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey in Redding, CA is seeking a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) to join our program. You will supervise DSP staff, provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, and help implement behavioral plans in community and facility settings.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of paid direct care experience, is 18+, holds a high school diploma, and is willing to obtain DSP 1/2 and RBT certifications within specified timelines. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Driver's license required.
• Dual Diagnose experience preferred.
• 1 year of paid direct care experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on behavioral services.
• Must complete DSP 1 & DSP 2 within 1 year of hire.
• Must complete an RBT certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with implementation of behavior plans and overall support in various settings.
• Support personal care, communication, and social skill development.

Skills

Driver's license

Behavioral services experience

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

DSP 1 & DSP 2 certification within 1 year

RBT certification within 60 days

Job description

Merakey in Redding, CA is seeking a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) to join our program. You will supervise DSP staff, provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, and help implement behavioral plans in community and facility settings.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of paid direct care experience, is 18+, holds a high school diploma, and is willing to obtain DSP 1/2 and RBT certifications within specified timelines. Competitive benefits included.