Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Merakey is seeking mission-driven, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join their team in Redding, CA as Direct Support Professionals. This role is within the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Division. Merakey is a leading non-profit provider of developmental and behavioral health services. No experience is required as paid training is provided. The DSP role involves supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build independence, develop skills, and navigate daily living activities. This includes tasks like personal care, housekeeping, and community engagement, with opportunities to create positive experiences and help individuals achieve personal goals. The role emphasizes being a mentor, coach, and advocate.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) preferred, especially personal hygiene, grooming, and bathing
- Prior experience in a caregiving, personal care assistant, or home health aide role is a PLUS!
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and support with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Assist with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
- Support life skills development, including household tasks and social skills
- Provide community support, transportation
- Promote health, safety, and well-being, including medication support (as trained)
- Complete required documentation, progress notes, and service logs
Benefits
- DailyPay – access your earnings when you need them
- Flexible Schedules & Work-Life Balance
- Health, Dental, Eye, and Ear Benefits
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Care.com Membership
- Cell Phone Discounts
- Paid Training & Career Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
