Senior Direct Support Professional - Impactful Care Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Backup childcare & elder care

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Merakey is hiring a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) for our Antioch, CA program. The role leads DSP teams delivering direct care and implementing behavior plans for individuals with developmental disabilities in community and home settings.

The LDSP will support personal care, communication, and social skill development while ensuring health, safety, dignity and engagement. Competitive pay: $28–$30/hour with increases after RBT certification; full benefits and development

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Dual Diagnose experience preferred.
• 1 year of paid direct care experience for individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on behavioral services.
• Complete DSP 1 and DSP 2 certifications within 1 year of hire date.
• Complete an RBT certification within 60 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Lead Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental disabilities in various settings.
• Assist with direct care and implementation of behavior plans.
• Support personal care, communication, and social skill development while promoting health, safety and dignity.

Skills

Direct care experience

Behavioral support

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Merakey is hiring a Full Time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) for our Antioch, CA program. The role leads DSP teams delivering direct care and implementing behavior plans for individuals with developmental disabilities in community and home settings.

The LDSP will support personal care, communication, and social skill development while ensuring health, safety, dignity and engagement. Competitive pay: $28–$30/hour with increases after RBT certification; full benefits and development