Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver – Pennsylvania

Abound Health; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Weekly pay

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Abound Health in Pennsylvania is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role offers a pay range of $20-25/hour along with a $1,000 signing bonus, and creates a positive team environment.

As a DSP, you will assist residents with daily living activities, community participation, and skill development. Flexible schedules and paid training are also included, making this a rewarding opportunity for compassionate individuals.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation needed.
• Willingness to assist with personal care and lifting if required.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals.
• Assist with daily living activities like meal preparation and hygiene.
• Support individuals in community participation and social activities.

Skills

Relationship building

Assisting with daily living activities

Community participation support

Health and safety monitoring

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver – Pennsylvania

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $20-25/hr + $1,000 Signing Bonus

Flexible Schedules | Weekly Pay | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities | Team Environment

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across our Residential Group Homes and 1:1 In-Home Community Care across the state of Pennsylvania. We have full-time and part-time opportunities available on multiple shifts.

As a DSP, you will assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), community participation, and behavioral support while helping residents live as independently as possible. If you are compassionate, reliable, and looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference, we would love to meet you!

Abound Health is a mission-driven company that has been operating in the I/DD space for over 20 years.

What You’ll Do

• Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals
• Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
• Support individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
• Use adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
• Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
• Monitor health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
• Communicate with Abound team members, families, and external parties (case managers, etc.) as needed
• Complete documentation and maintain schedules
• Complete ongoing training and professional development

Comprehensive Benefits

• Flexible schedules (full-time and part-time opportunities)
• Weekly pay
• Bonus opportunities (e.g., referral bonus)
• Paid onboarding & training
• Opportunities for advancement & career growth
• Scholarship Program
• Invitations to company events & opportunities to socialize with peer DSPs
• Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
• Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary
• Lifting may be required, depending on client needs

Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required – we provide paid training and support.

Pay & Signing Bonus

Starting Pay: $20-25/hour

$1,000 signing bonus paid in 3 installments when averaging 20+ hours/week

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.