Direct Support Professional

Merakey·Chico, California

$18 - $18/hrUnknown On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 3 days ago

Practice for this role

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=33)

38 similar openings in the Chico area · median $23.09/hr

$12.00/hr · lowesthighest · $67.92/hr

this role: $17.50/hrmedian $23.09/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 33 posted support services roles in Chico, California rates. This role sits in the 19th percentile.

About the role

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

Caregivers support individuals by assisting with personal care, communication, and social skill development. They work to enhance the health, safety, dignity, and contentment of every individual served.

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 95973 location.

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!

Shift: PRN Only

Hourly Rate

$17.50/hr

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.

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.

Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.

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)
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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. []

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid California driver's license. Prior experience in caregiving, personal care assistance, or home health aid is preferred.

Communication
Grooming
Caregiving
Bathing
Activities of daily living
Personal care
Personal hygiene
Social skill development

Posting details

Employment type: Unknown
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $18/hr
Location: Chico, California
Posted: Sep 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.