Direct Support Professional - PRN

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Escondido, CA, US Until 10/7/2026 First posted August 8, 2026 Last posted August 8, 2026
Job 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 program in Escondido, 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!

 

Earn $26 - $28 per hour (rate increases to $2 per hour once you have received your RBT – Registered Behavioral Technician certification).

 

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, as well as Adult Training Facilities. The DSP will assist with direct care as well as implementation of behavior plans. 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.

 

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
  • Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
  • DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
  • On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
  • Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
  • Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
  • Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
  • Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

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. 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!

About this role

Summary

Support individuals with disabilities, implement behavior plans, assist with daily care and social skills.

Job title

Direct Support Professional - PRN

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Escondido, CA, USA; remote work not specified

Salary

$26k–$28k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

personal carebehavior planscommunicationsocial skills

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

developmental disabilitiesbehavior planspersonal caresocial skillscommunity support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Escondido, CA, USA

On-site City