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Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Redding, California

$20 - $20/hrUnknownOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Direct Support Professional · $20 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -2% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Redding, California ($20.00/hr, n=41)
  • 48 similar openings in the Redding area · median $20.00/hr
$17.50/hr · lowesthighest · $190/hr
this role: $19.50/hrmedian $20.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 41 posted support services roles in Redding, California rates. This role sits in the 45th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 2% below the Redding, California median for support services roles.

The Direct Support Professional will assist clients with daily routines, personal care, and household tasks to promote independence. They will also ensure a safe home environment and engage clients in activities that bring them joy.

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 [https://merakey.goodseeker.com/c/merakey/featured/join-our-team-as-a-dsp]. Hear directly from our team about what makes Merakey a place where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. Prior experience in caregiving, personal care assistance, or home health aid is preferred.

  • Companionship
  • Ambulation
  • Transportation
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
  • Bathing
  • Transferring
  • Meal preparation
  • Activities of daily living
  • Light housekeeping
  • Personal care
  • Safety monitoring
  • Range of motion exercises

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $20/hr
Location
Redding, California
Posted
Aug 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Merakey

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education non-profit provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet...

IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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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. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] 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!

Market context

California DSP roles stay consistently needed

Direct Support Professional roles in California are typically in steady demand because providers need dependable staff to support daily living, safety, and community participation. These openings can be competitive when employers want a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, a registered vehicle with insurance, and prior human services or direct care experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your driving documentation and highlight any hands-on care experience before applying.

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