Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Chico, California

$18 - $18/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

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Direct Support Professional · $18 - $18/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-24% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Chico, California ($23.09/hr, n=39)

41 similar openings in the Chico area · median $23.05/hr

$12.00/hr · lowesthighest · $67.92/hr

this role: $17.50/hrmedian $23.09/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 39 posted support services roles in Chico, California rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 24% below the Chico, California median for support services roles.

Provide personal care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Assist with daily living activities, ensure a safe environment, and facilitate social engagement through various activities.

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 / Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Chico, CA.

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!

Job Description

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

Earn $17.50 per hour. Plus a $2 per hour night shift differential if working overnight.

2nd Shift - with week-ends - Tue-Sat 2p-7p

Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interact and support our individuals with development disabilities in a variety of potential settings including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings. We provide a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity and contentment of every consumer served by assisting and training individuals in the areas of personal care, communication, and social skill development. This position provides direct support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities with co-occurring medical support needs in a residential setting.

To fill out an on-line application

www.merakey.org/careers [http://www.merakey.org/careers]

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.
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)

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Previous experience in caregiving, personal care assistance, or home health aide roles is preferred.

Communication
Companionship
Ambulation
Transportation
Dressing
Grooming
Bathing
Transferring
Meal preparation
Activities of daily living
Light housekeeping
Personal care
Range of motion exercises
Medical support
Social skill development

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $18/hr
Location: Chico, California
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

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.

Direct Support Professional

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