Direct Support Professional/caregiver - Home Based Care In Lancaster, PA

Now Hiring Home-Based Direct Support Professionals in Lancaster, PA

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Abound Health is actively hiring caring, dependable individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Mercer County, including Mercer, Hermitage, Sharpsville, and surrounding areas to provide one on one care. We specialize in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), helping them live full, independent lives. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we offer the training, flexibility, and support to help you thrive.

As a DSP, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals reach their goals and enjoy life to the fullest. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting behavioral, social, and vocational development
• Assisting with recreational and leisure activities
• Following treatment plans and documenting progress
• Providing companionship and respite care
• Submitting documentation and payroll data on schedule
• Participating in ongoing training and development
• Addressing personal care needs when required
• Working independently in home and community settings

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine interest in supporting individuals with I/DD
• Ability to work independently and responsibly
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background checks
• Physical ability to assist with lifting if needed
• CPR/First Aid certification (training provided)

Compensation:

$19/hour + $1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates

Schedule Options:

• Option 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:30am - 4pm; Thursday: 8:30am - 11am and 3pm - 6:30pm; Saturday: 6:30am - 12:30pm
• Option 2: Monday: 8am - 1pm & 6pm - 9pm; Tuesday: 8:30am - 4:30pm; Wednesday: 8am - 1pm & 6pm - 9pm; Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm; Friday: 8am - 11am & 6pm - 9pm

Experience:

1 year of caregiving experience preferred

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid onboarding and holidays
• 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)

Note: 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.

To apply or learn more, email us at recruitingteam@aboundhealth.com