Direct Support Professional

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 Caregivers to join our team in our Chico, CA location. If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or have always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately! Position Details Our Caregivers 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. Earn $17.50 per hour. Benefits DailyPay – access your pay when you need it! Retirement plan – both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options available for employee contributions. Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance (not a substitute for major medical insurance). Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Enjoy our On the Goga well‑being platform, featuring self‑care tools and resources. 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. 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! Requirements 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! #J-18808-Ljbffr