$1000 Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) – State College, PA Full Time

Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Various Hours Available

Serving Clients in State College, PA

$1,000 Signing Bonus | $20.00-$25.00/HR

Abound Health is hiring compassionate, reliable Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in State College, PA.

Full-time and part-time hours available.

About the Role

As a DSP, you will provide one-on-one support in clients’ homes and communities. Your work helps individuals live safely, independently, and with dignity. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, dependable, and passionate about helping others.

Key Responsibilities

Support behavioral, social, and vocational skill development

Assist with recreational and community activities

Follow treatment plans and document progress

Provide companionship and respite care

Submit documentation and payroll on time

Participate in ongoing training

Assist with personal care needs as required

Work independently in home and community settings

What We’re Looking For

Genuine interest in supporting individuals with I/DD

Ability to work independently and responsibly

Valid driver’s license and active car insurance

Comfortable supporting individuals with varying personal-care and behavioral-support needs

At least 18 years old

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to pass background checks

Physical ability to assist with lifting or transfers if needed

Compensation

$20.00-$25.00 per hour

$1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates

Schedule

Various hours with flexible scheduling

Morning, afternoon, or evening shifts available

Experience

One year of caregiving experience preferred (not required – training provided)

Benefits

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid onboarding

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) available based on hours worked

Signing Bonus Details

$333 after 90 days (minimum 20 hours/week)

$333 after 6 months (minimum 20 hours/week)

$334 after 1 year (minimum 20 hours/week)

Bonus not available for Residential Services or Relative as Provider (RAP) hires. Applicants must not have worked for Abound Health or its affiliates within the past 18 months.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference, Abound Health is the place to be.

Apply today or contact us at: recruitingteam@aboundhealth.com

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.