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

Help at Home; Montrose (Susquehanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Health benefits

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Help at Home is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide one-on-one support in home and community settings. DSPs help individuals build daily living skills and participate in their communities with dignity and independence.

The role offers competitive pay ($18–$20/hour), a $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, flexible schedules, paid training, health benefits, and mileage reimbursement where applicable. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet at least one of the listed qualifications.
• Background checks and in-service training required.

Responsibilities

• Reading, understanding, and following each individual’s Individual Support Plan.
• Reporting updates, progress, and concerns to the IDD Program Specialist.
• Assisting with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, grooming, hygiene, and transportation.
• Encouraging participation in shopping, social events, appointments, and other community activities.
• Supporting individuals toward personal goals and greater independence.
• Promoting personal choice, self-advocacy, dignity, and respect.
• Documenting services, activities, and progress.
• Communicating with team members to provide consistent, high-quality support.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliable transportation

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved training program

Written competency test

Job description

Help at Home is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide one-on-one support in home and community settings. DSPs help individuals build daily living skills and participate in their communities with dignity and independence.

The role offers competitive pay ($18–$20/hour), a $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, flexible schedules, paid training, health benefits, and mileage reimbursement where applicable. Veterans are encouraged to apply.