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Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Chico, California

$18 - $18/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 20 days 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=42)
  • 41 similar openings in the Chico area · median $23.00/hr
$12.00/hr · p10p90 · $67.92/hr
this role: $17.50/hrmedian $23.09/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 42 posted support services roles in Chico, California rates. This role sits in the 18th percentile.

About the role

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

The Direct Support Professional provides hands-on personal care and daily support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, meal preparation, transportation, and facilitating social activities to promote independence and quality of life.

Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day in Chico, CA!

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while making a real difference in someone's life? 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 Chico, CA 95973 program. Whether you're an experienced Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health Aide, or you're looking to start a rewarding career helping others, this is your opportunity — we're hiring immediately!

Posiiton Details

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll provide hands-on support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. You'll help individuals maintain their independence while promoting their health, safety, dignity, and quality of life. You'll build meaningful relationships, provide companionship, and participate in activities that bring individuals joy while supporting their everyday needs.

Your responsibilities may include

  • Providing personal care and daily support to individuals living in the home
  • Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living
  • Helping with meal preparation and light housekeeping
  • Providing transportation and companionship
  • Assisting with ambulation, transfers, and range-of-motion exercises
  • Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
  • Supporting individuals with communication and social skills
  • Participating in activities such as puzzles, games, reading, hobbies, and other activities they enjoy
  • Supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities who may have co-occurring medical support needs

Schedule

  • 1st
  • Shift - with weekends
  • Thursday -
  • Sunday 5:00
  • AM - 1:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week

Pay

$17.50 per hour

Don't have previous experience? If you're compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply for this position. While previous experience in caregiving or home health is preferred, it is not strictly required for those who are compassionate and dependable.

  • Companionship
  • Transportation
  • Communication skills
  • Caregiving
  • Meal preparation
  • Social skills
  • Patient support
  • Activities of daily living
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Light housekeeping
  • Personal care
  • Range-of-motion exercises

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $18/hr
Location
Chico, California
Posted
Aug 19, 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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  • Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.
  • DailyPay – Access your pay when you need it!
  • Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) employee contribution options
  • Voluntary Benefits through The American Worker, including limited medical*, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services
  • On the Goga – A well-being platform featuring self-care tools and resources
  • Employee Discounts & Savings – Discounts on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle programs
  • Pryor Online Learning – Free online personal development classes

*Limited benefits are not a substitute for major medical insurance.

Why Merakey?

At Merakey, you're more than an employee — you're part of a team that helps people live fuller, more independent lives.

Our Direct Support Professionals work in homes and community settings to provide support that enhances the health, safety, dignity, and contentment of the individuals we serve.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can help others, build meaningful relationships, and make an impact every day, we'd love to have you join our team!

About Merakey

Merakey is a nonprofit 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 each year.

Learn more about careers at Merakey [https://www.merakey.org/careers]

Watch a video about Merakey [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo]

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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!

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and start your career with Merakey!

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's), especially personal hygiene, grooming, and bathing
  • Prior experience in a caregiving, personal care assistant, or home health aide role

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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