Direct Support Professional - Hughestown Full Time

St. Joseph's Center; Hughestown (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Center in Hughestown, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help residents with daily living activities, health needs, and meaningful community involvement.

This full-time role requires compassion, strong communication, documentation skills, and teamwork. Shifts include 3PM–11PM and 11PM–7AM, with training provided and opportunities for growth within a caring residential program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to keep accurate records and report changes in residents’ behavior or needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care: bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene.
• Follow residents’ program plans with the care team.
• Encourage community involvement and activities.
• Assist with health needs and nutrition.
• Maintain a safe home and respond to routine and emergency needs.
• Complete records and reports for supervisor.
• Communicate with team to provide consistent care.
• Attend required training and follow ICF/ID regulations.
• Provide reliable coverage and stay until replacement arrives.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Hughestown Full Time

Job Category : DIRECT CARE

Requisition Number : DIREC003540

• Posted : October 19, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Hughestown - ICF / ID
Hughestown, PA 18640, USA

Description

Help individuals build skills, enjoy meaningful activities, and live each day with comfort, dignity, and support. At St. Joseph’s Center, you’ll be part of a caring team that helps residents with their daily needs, encourages independence, and creates opportunities for them to take part in their homes and communities.

The Direct Support Professional provides daily care and support to individuals with significant developmental disabilities in a small residential home. You’ll help follow each resident’s individual program goals and work with the care team to support their health, safety, and quality of life.
This position has 2nd shift (3PM -11PM) and 3rd shift (11PM - 7AM) opportunities available.

Why you'll love St. Joseph's Center:

At St. Joseph’s Center, you’ll be part of a team that truly makes a difference. You’ll help residents feel safe, cared for, and included while building meaningful relationships. Teamwork, compassion, and respect guide the care we provide every day.

What you'll do:

• Provide daily care: Help residents with bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene, and other daily needs while respecting their comfort and dignity.
• Support individual goals: Follow residents’ program plans and work with the interdisciplinary team to help them learn, grow, and reach their goals.
• Encourage community involvement: Help residents take part in recreational activities, community outings, school visits, and day programs.
• Assist with health needs: Accompany residents to medical and dental appointments, help prepare meals, and support their nutritional needs.
• Maintain a safe home: Help with light housekeeping, keep residents’ belongings organized, and respond to routine and emergency needs.
• Complete records and reports: Keep accurate records, document observations, and report incidents or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Work as part of a team: Communicate with coworkers, nurses, supervisors, and other team members to provide consistent care.
• Attend training: Complete required training and in-service sessions and follow all applicable policies and ICF/ID regulations.
• Provide reliable coverage: Arrive on time, follow shift handoff procedures, and remain at the home until your replacement arrives. During emergencies, staff may need to stay until enough relief staff are available.
• Stay flexible: Adjust to changing needs, duties, and priorities while maintaining a respectful and cooperative work environment.

What You’ll Get

• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, plus 24/7 no cost telehealth for you and your family.
• Security and Peace of Mind - Company paid short term disability and life insurance, along with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Balance That Matters - Paid time off and holidays so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Growth & Future Planning - A 401(K) with company contribution and match, tuition reimbursement, and paid training to keep you moving forward. Paid Parental Leave available after one year of employment.
• Extra Perks - Employee referral bonuses, national and local discounts, and access to our Employee Assistance program for counseling, legal, financial, and family support resources.

What’s Required of You

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of care practices for individuals with developmental disabilities, or the ability to learn these practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to keep accurate records and report changes in residents’ behavior or needs.
• Ability to work well with others and follow directions, policies, and the chain of command.
• A caring, patient, and dependable approach to supporting residents.

Non-Discrimination Policy

St.Joseph’s Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race (to include hair type, hair texture, or hair style), color, religious creed (to include all aspects of religious observances and practice, as well as belief), disability, ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), age , or sex (to include pregnancy status, childbirth status, breastfeeding status, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex).

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