$1,000 Sign-On Bonus � Direct Support Professional (DSP) � Lehigh Valley, PA

Abound Health; Whitehall (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid onboarding

Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k)

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Abound Health is looking for compassionate Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Lehigh Valley, PA. The role involves supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their homes and communities. Full-time and part-time positions are available, offering flexible hours with a competitive pay rate of $20.00–$25.00 per hour, plus a $1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates. Candidates should be 18 or older and able to work independently. Various shifts are available, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly.
• Valid driver’s license and active car insurance.
• Comfortable with personal care and behavioral support needs.
• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting or transfers if needed.

Responsibilities

• Support behavioral, social, and vocational skill development.
• Assist with recreational and community activities.
• Follow treatment plans and document progress.
• Provide companionship and respite care.
• Submit documentation and payroll on time.
• Participate in ongoing training.
• Assist with personal care needs as required.
• Work independently in home and community settings.

Skills

Support individuals with I/DD

Ability to work independently

Compassion and reliability

Lifting and transfers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus – Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Lehigh Valley, PA

Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Various Hours Available

Serving Clients in Lehigh Valley, PA (Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton & Surrounding Areas)
$1,000 Signing Bonus | $20.00–$25.00/HR

Abound Health is hiring compassionate, reliable Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) throughout the Lehigh Valley region.

Full-time and part-time hours available.

About the Role

As a DSP, you will provide one-on-one support in clients’ homes and communities. Your work helps individuals live safely, independently, and with dignity. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, dependable, and passionate about helping others.

Key Responsibilities

• Support behavioral, social, and vocational skill development
• Assist with recreational and community activities
• Follow treatment plans and document progress
• Provide companionship and respite care
• Submit documentation and payroll on time
• Participate in ongoing training
• Assist with personal care needs as required
• Work independently in home and community settings

What We’re Looking For

• Genuine interest in supporting individuals with I/DD
• Ability to work independently and responsibly
• Valid driver’s license and active car insurance
• Comfortable supporting individuals with varying personal-care and behavioral-support needs
• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass background checks
• Physical ability to assist with lifting or transfers if needed

Compensation

• $20.00–$25.00 per hour
• $1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates

Schedule

• Various hours with flexible scheduling
• Morning, afternoon, or evening shifts available

Experience

• One year of caregiving experience preferred (not required — training provided)
• Weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid onboarding
• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) available based on hours worked

Bonus not available for Residential Services or Relative as Provider (RAP) hires. Applicants must not have worked for Abound Health or its affiliates within the past 18 months.

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. Abound Health evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.