Urgent Need - Direct Support Professional/Caregiver in Mercer, PA
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Urgent Need - Direct Support Professional/Caregiver in Mercer, PA
Department:
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Location:
Mercer, PA
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Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) � $19.50/HR + $1,000 Signing Bonus
Serving a Client in Mercer, PA
$19.50/HR | Weekly Pay | Full & Part Time Hours Available
Abound Health is seeking compassionate, dependable Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their homes and communities. This position offers meaningful work, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a real difference.
About the Role
We are currently hiring DSPs to support an individual living at home with family in Mercer, PA. This person requires full physical assistance, close monitoring, and consistent support due to significant medical and personal-care needs. This role is ideal for someone attentive, patient, and experienced in providing hands-on care.
Client Information
The individual lives at home with parents.
Non-ambulatory and requires full assistance with lifting and transfers.
Has a Mickey One Button and can also consume pureed food by mouth.
Staff and parents prepare meals as needed.
Nonverbal but communicates through sounds.
The home has two medium-sized indoor dogs that freely roam; no care is required for the animals.
Has a severe seizure disorder and must be monitored closely at all times.
Cannot be left unattended for long periods.
Bright lights can trigger seizures and must be avoided when possible.
Key Responsibilities
Provide full physical assistance, including lifting and transfers
Monitor closely due to seizure risk
Support daily living activities and personal care
Prepare pureed meals and assist with feeding as needed
Follow treatment plans and document progress
Provide companionship and emotional support
Submit documentation and payroll on time
Participate in ongoing training
Work independently in the home setting
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
Comfortable supporting individuals with high medical and personal-care needs
At least 18 years old
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to pass background checks
Physical ability to assist with lifting or transfers
At least 2 years of caregiving experience required
Compensation
$19.50 per hour
$1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates
Schedule
This client in Mercer, PA needs support during the following hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 4:00 PM � 10:00 PM
Overnight support Wednesday and Thursday: 10:00 PM � 8:00 AM
Additional hours may be available by working with other clients in surrounding areas.
Experience
Minimum 2 years of caregiving experience required
Additional 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.
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[email protected]
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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Urgent Need - Direct Support Professional/Caregiver in Mercer, PA
Department:
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional
Location:
Mercer, PA
START YOUR APPLICATION
Home-Based Direct Support Professional (DSP) � $19.50/HR + $1,000 Signing Bonus
Serving a Client in Mercer, PA
$19.50/HR | Weekly Pay | Full & Part Time Hours Available
Abound Health is seeking compassionate, dependable Home-Based Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their homes and communities. This position offers meaningful work, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a real difference.
About the Role
We are currently hiring DSPs to support an individual living at home with family in Mercer, PA. This person requires full physical assistance, close monitoring, and consistent support due to significant medical and personal-care needs. This role is ideal for someone attentive, patient, and experienced in providing hands-on care.
Client Information
The individual lives at home with parents.
Non-ambulatory and requires full assistance with lifting and transfers.
Has a Mickey One Button and can also consume pureed food by mouth.
Staff and parents prepare meals as needed.
Nonverbal but communicates through sounds.
The home has two medium-sized indoor dogs that freely roam; no care is required for the animals.
Has a severe seizure disorder and must be monitored closely at all times.
Cannot be left unattended for long periods.
Bright lights can trigger seizures and must be avoided when possible.
Key Responsibilities
Provide full physical assistance, including lifting and transfers
Monitor closely due to seizure risk
Support daily living activities and personal care
Prepare pureed meals and assist with feeding as needed
Follow treatment plans and document progress
Provide companionship and emotional support
Submit documentation and payroll on time
Participate in ongoing training
Work independently in the home setting
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
Comfortable supporting individuals with high medical and personal-care needs
At least 18 years old
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to pass background checks
Physical ability to assist with lifting or transfers
At least 2 years of caregiving experience required
Compensation
$19.50 per hour
$1,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates
Schedule
This client in Mercer, PA needs support during the following hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 4:00 PM � 10:00 PM
Overnight support Wednesday and Thursday: 10:00 PM � 8:00 AM
Additional hours may be available by working with other clients in surrounding areas.
Experience
Minimum 2 years of caregiving experience required
Additional 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.
Apply Today
[email protected]
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.
START YOUR APPLICATION
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