Direct Support Professional/ Caregiver Hickory and Surrounding Areas ( Newton, Conover, Lincolnton)
- $1,000 sign-on bonus
- Driver's license
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About the job
Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver – Hickory and Surrounding Areas ( Newton, Conover, Lincolnton)
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $15.00-17.00/hr + $1,000 Signing Bonus – Hickory and Surrounding Areas ( Newton, Conover, Lincolnton)
Flexible Schedules | Weekly Pay | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities | Team Environment
Abound Health is hiring 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 operating in the I/DD space for over 20 years.
What You’ll Do
As a DSP, you will provide hands-on support that helps individuals build independence and confidence. Being a DSP is a rewarding experience – you will genuinely make a difference in somebody’s life. Responsibilities will 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 parties (case managers, etc.) as needed
- Complete documentation and maintaining schedules
- Complete ongoing training and professional development
Comprehensive Benefits
- Flexible schedules (full-time and part-time opportunities)
- Weekly pay
- Bonus opportunities (e.g., referral bonus)
- Paid onboarding & training
- Opportunities for advancement & career growth
- Scholarship Program
- Invitations to company events & opportunities to socialize with peer DSPs
- Medical, dental, life insurance and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
- Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary
- Lifting may be required, depending on client needs
Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required – we provide paid training and support
Pay & Signing Bonus
Starting Pay: $-/hour
$1,000 signing bonus paid in 3 installments when averaging 20+ hours/week
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.
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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