Direct Support Professional - Elk Grove, CA

Direct Support Professional Elk Grove, California, United States Position Type Full‑Time Shift 1st, 2nd, 3rd - with week‑ends Work Schedule Full‑time positions are available for the following shifts: 1st Shift (7 AM–3 PM), and 2nd Shift (3 PM–11 PM). Weekend availability is required. Requirements The ideal candidate must meet the following minimum 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. Must have at least 6 months of experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities, with a focus on behavioral services. Certification Requirements: Merakey will provide access to the necessary training and support to help employees meet these requirements. These must be completed within 1 year of hire: DSP 1 and DSP 2 Certification – Required within 12 months of hire. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification – Required within 12 months of hire. Preferred Qualifications: Dual Diagnose experience is a PLUS! Description 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 Elk Grove, 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. Note: We provide professional development training, support, and resources to help you obtain your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Upon certification, you'll receive a $2/hour pay increase = $26.00/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 Learn more about our full benefits package - Life at Merakey: DSP Spotlight Get an inside look at life as a 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 across 12 states throughout 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr