Home Based Direct Support Professional/Caregiver - Lackawanna County, PA

Company: Abound Health
Location: Bellefonte
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) ? Various Hours Available Serving Clients in Lackawanna County, PA $1,000 Signing Bonus | $15.00?$20.00/HR Abound Health is hiring compassionate, reliable Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Lackawanna County, with positions available in Scranton, Dickson City, Newfoundland, Covington Township, Jermyn, and surrounding communities. Full 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 Open-minded and 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 $15.00?$20.00 per hour $1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates Schedule Various hours available Flexible scheduling Morning, afternoon, or evening shifts Experience 1 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. We evaluate 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.

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