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Maxim Healthcare Services logoMaxim Healthcare Services$16.00–$20.00/hrWilkes-Barre, PAPosted 1w ago
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) 1:1 Community and Home-Based Support

Maxim Healthcare Services

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Maxim Healthcare is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide 1:1 support to individuals in their homes and throughout the local community. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while helping clients achieve greater independence and engagement in their daily lives.

As a DSP, you will work directly with individuals to provide support with daily living activities, community integration, social engagement, and personal goals. Responsibilities may include accompanying clients to appointments, recreational activities, community outings, and assisting with tasks in the home environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 support in patient homes and within the local community
  • Assist with daily living activities and personal goals
  • Encourage independence, socialization, and community involvement
  • Accompany clients to appointments, activities, and outings
  • Provide companionship and emotional support
  • Maintain accurate documentation of services provided
  • Follow individualized care and support plans

Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
  • Compassionate, patient, and dependable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and in community-based settings
  • Previous caregiving, DSP, or human services experience is a plus, but not required

Why Join Maxim Healthcare?

  • Competitive pay of $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
  • Flexible scheduling
  • One-on-one client assignments
  • Weekly pay
  • Meaningful and rewarding work
  • Opportunities for growth and professional development

If you're passionate about helping others live more independent and fulfilling lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the Maxim Healthcare team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a positive impact in your community!

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:

Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:

Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

From Maxim Healthcare Services's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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