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Caregiver/Direct Support Professional in Lancaster, PA

Abound Health logoAbound Health$17–$25/hrLancaster, PAPosted 2w ago
  • $1,000 sign-on bonus
  • Driver's license

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This posting states $17–$25 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in Pennsylvania post a median of $16.50 an hour, the middle half $15–$17.50, across 613 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in Pennsylvania earn a median of $14.14 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver – Lancaster, PA

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $17–$25/hr + $1,000 Signing Bonus – Lancaster, PA

Full-Time Hours | Weekly Pay | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities | Supportive Team Environment

Abound Health is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). As a DSP, you will assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently. If you are compassionate, reliable, and looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference, we would love to meet you.

Abound Health is a mission-driven company that has been serving the I/DD community for over 20 years.

What You’ll Do

As a DSP, you will provide hands-on support that helps individuals build independence and confidence. Responsibilities include:

  • Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals
  • Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
  • Support individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
  • Use adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
  • Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
  • Monitor health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
  • Communicate with Abound team members, families, and external partners
  • Complete documentation and maintain schedules
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development

Comprehensive Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Bonus opportunities (including referral bonuses)
  • Paid onboarding & training
  • Opportunities for advancement & long-term career growth
  • Invitations to company events & DSP community activities
  • Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
  • Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
  • Willingness to assist with personal care needs when necessary
  • Ability to lift as required based on client needs

Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required - paid training is provided.

Pay & Signing Bonus

  • Starting Pay: $17–$25/hour
  • Signing Bonus: $1,000 paid in 3 installments when averaging full-time hours

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.

From Abound Health's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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