Direct Support Professional

Whether you’re just starting your career in caregiving, looking to switch to a rewarding new field, or simply wanting to advance your career, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, team-driven environment.

At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Caregivers to join our program in Redding, CA.

As a Caregiver, you will assist with daily routines, personal care, and household tasks while promoting each resident’s independence and quality of life. This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, empathetic, and committed to making a positive impact in a home-based care setting.

Job Functions:

• Provide the personal care and support to clients who live in the home
• Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation and companionship
• Help with ambulation, transferring and range of motion exercises
• Ensure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathways
• Participate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbies

COMPENSATION:

• Base Pay: $17.50 per hour

• Night Shift Differential: Earn an additional $2.00 per hour when working overnight shifts = $19.50 per hour

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

Life at Merakey: Caregiver/DSP Spotlight

• Get an inside look at life as a Caregiver/DSP at Merakey through our DSP Spotlight Page. Hear directly from our team about what makes Merakey a place where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day.

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!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old

 Preferred Qualifications:

• 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!