Lead Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Merakey is hiring a full-time Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) for its program in Redding, California. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities in settings that may include community locations, family or individual homes, generic community settings, and Adult Training Facilities. The LDSP provides direct care and implements behavior plans, helping enhance each individual's health, safety, dignity, and contentment through assistance and training in personal care, communication, and social skills. The posted pay is $24–$26 per hour, with a $2-per-hour increase after obtaining Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a verifiable high school diploma or GED.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- At least 1 year of paid, verifiable experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services.
- Complete DSP 1 and DSP 2 certifications within 1 year of the hire date.
- Complete Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within 60 days of the hire date.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with dual diagnosis.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Implement behavior plans.
- Assist and train individuals in personal care, communication, and social skill development.
- Support individuals in community settings, family or individual homes, generic community settings, and Adult Training Facilities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
- DailyPay access to earned pay.
- On the Goga well-being platform, with self-care tools and resources.
- Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
