Direct Support Professional — Flexible Hours & $1,000 Sign-On

Help at Home; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Training and development

Job summary

Help at Home is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live safely, independently, and with dignity in their homes and communities.

You will support daily living activities, document progress, and follow individual service plans, with paid training, benefits, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet at least one qualification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with insurance and vehicle registration.
• Ability to complete background checks and in-service training.
• Provide safe and respectful support in homes and communities.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow each Individual Support Plan.
• Report progress and concerns to the IDD Program Specialist.
• Assist with daily living activities (cooking, cleaning, grooming, hygiene, transportation).
• Encourage participation in shopping, events, appointments, and community activities.
• Support individuals toward personal goals and independence.
• Promote personal choice, self-advocacy, dignity, and respect.
• Document services, activities, and progress accurately.
• Communicate with team to provide high-quality, consistent support.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Commitment to helping others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved training program

Competency test completion

Job description

Help at Home is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live safely, independently, and with dignity in their homes and communities.

You will support daily living activities, document progress, and follow individual service plans, with paid training, benefits, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.