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DSP (Direct Support Professional with Experience)

At Peace Health Care Agency logoAt Peace Health Care Agency~$15–$20/hrtypical17 locations in United StatesFull & Part Time / Full Time / Part TimePosted 3d ago
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Pennsylvania

17 open

How this pay compares

This posting states $19.50 an hour. Open direct support professional jobs in Pennsylvania post a median of $17.55 an hour, the middle half $16.50–$19.26, across 147 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Direct support professionals employed in Pennsylvania earn a median of $14.14 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Job Summary

Are you passionate about empowering others and making a real difference in your community? As a Direct Support Professional , you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities - both at home and in the community. You’ll provide person-centered care, encourage independence, and ensure safety and dignity in every interaction.

Duties

  • Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility
  • Foster independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities
  • Implement and adapt individualized care plans and behavioral strategies (BSP)
  • Ensure a safe, respectful environment that protects individual rights and well-being
  • Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other diverse needs
  • Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
  • Provide transportation and accompany individuals to medical, therapy, and community appointments

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of behavioral support plans (BSPs) and home care practices
  • Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care needs
  • Proficient in goal tracking and implementing individualized support strategies
  • Solid understanding of individual rights, person-centered advocacy, and HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate, reliable, and adaptable with excellent interpersonal skills

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and access to your own reliable transportation.
  • Prior experience as a DSP
  • Client prefers male staff
  • Must have own vehicle that is either all-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive.
  • Must be able to drive up a mountain in the winter.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

From At Peace Health Care Agency's job posting for Sayre, PA, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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