Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing in Manheim, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP II) to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges in daily living and skill development, across home, community or residential settings.

As a DSP II, you will follow each resident's Individual Service Plan, provide supports with daily activities, and work under supervision to promote growth and independence while complying with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid and current auto insurance.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in home, community or residential settings.
• Follow the resident's Individual Service Plan and provide supports for daily living activities.

Skills

Prioritization

Disability support

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $21 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Manheim, PA

The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home,community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II worksdirectly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily livingand adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidanceof the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid and current auto insurance
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | DSP II– Company Vehicle | DSP II– Company Vehicle

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0773

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $21 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-08-26T16:07:27