$1000 Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) � Centre Hall, PA

Abound Health; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring compassionate, reliable Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Centre Hall, PA. The role involves providing one-on-one support in clients’ homes and communities to help them live safely, independently, and with dignity.

Full-time and part-time hours are available. Compensation ranges from $17.00 to $25.00 per hour with a $1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting individuals with I/DD.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly.
• Must pass background checks.
• One year of caregiving experience preferred (training provided).
• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in clients’ homes and communities.
• Support development of behavioral, social, and vocational skills.
• 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.

Skills

Independence

Compassionate

Patience

Driver's license

Reliability

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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$1000 Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Centre Hall, PA

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

Serving Clients in Centre Hall, PA

$1,000 Signing Bonus | $17.00–$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) in Centre Hall, PA.

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

• $17.00–$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.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference, Abound Health is the place to be.

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.