Direct Support Professional
 Merakey | |
vision insurance, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, California, Carmichael | |
 Nov 01, 2024 | |
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Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.
We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our programs in Carmichael, CA. Position Details Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals in a variety of potential settings and provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity, and contentment of every individual served by assisting and training them in the areas of personal care, communication, and social skill development. Compensation: * Earn $24.00/hour. *Professional development training, support, and resources to obtain a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification- $2 pay increase once obtained = $26.00/hour. Scheduling: * 1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and rotating shift opportunities are available. Benefits: Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more! * DailyPay * Work/Life Balance * Flexible Schedules * Cell Phone Discount Plans * Employee Referral Bonuses * Tuition Reimbursement * Care.com Membership 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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: * Must be at least 18 years old. * Must have a verifiable High School Diploma/G.E.D. * A valid driver's license is required. * At least 6 months of experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services, is required. * Required to complete a DSP 1 and DSP 2 certification, within 1 year of hire date. Training and support is provided! * Required to complete an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification within 1 year of hire date. Training and support is provided! * Dual Diagnosis experience is preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled | |