Direct Support Professional
About the role
We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Ramona, CA. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!
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.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a verifiable High School Diploma/G.E.D.
- Dual Diagnose experience preferred.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Must have at least six months of experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services.
- 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 1 year of hired date.
Pay
Earn $26 - $28 per hour (rate increases to $2 per hour once you have received your RBT – Registered Behavioral Technician certification).
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.
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.