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Direct Support Professional
Job in
Altoona, Blair County, Pennsylvania, 16603, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Help at Home
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Community Health, Caregiver, Healthcare Nursing, Home Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Help at Home is hiring caring and dependable people to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. We are offering $1,000 sign‑on bonus to join our team!
Why you’ll love working with us- Flexible schedules that fit your life
- Competitive pay — starting wages of $18 – $20/hour (varies based on hours, service type, location, and experience)
- Paid training and career growth opportunities
- Health benefits, paid time off, and cash bonuses
- Mileage reimbursement
- Work that truly matters — helping people live with dignity and independence
- 40+ years of trusted care experience
- Veteran‑friendly employer — we value your service and skills
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll provide one‑on‑one support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities — both at home and in their community — helping them live as independently as possible.
Your Work May Include- Reading, understanding and following the client’s Individual Support Plan (ISP), and reporting back to the IDD Program Specialist
- Supporting individuals with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, personal care (e.g., grooming, hygiene, etc.), or transportation
- Encouraging participation in social and community activities — shopping, social events, etc.
- Helping people achieve personal goals and celebrating progress
- Promoting choice, independence, and self‑advocacy
- Accurately documenting care, activities, and progress
- Communicating with team members to ensure consistent, quality support
- High school diploma or equivalent; or completion of a state‑approved training program; or demonstrate skills and receive a passing score on a written competency test
- Successful background check and required in‑service trainings
- At least 18 years old
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance, inspection, and registration
- Ability to work safely and respectfully in clients’ homes and communities
- Compassion, reliability, and a desire to make a positive impact
- $1,000 sign‑on bonus is valid for applicants effective 1/1/2025. Sign‑on bonus is paid in two increments: $500 is paid after the caregiver has worked 500 hours from the start date and another $500 is paid out after the caregiver has worked 1,000 hours from the start date. Caregiver must be active at the time of bonus payout and be at a minimum of an 85 % electronic visit verification to receive the sign‑on bonus.
Bonuses will be paid within 30 days of reaching eligibility. New caregivers as well as previous caregivers who have not worked for Help at Home since prior to 1/1/2024 will be eligible for the bonus. Caregivers transferring from an organization within the Help at Home, LLC portfolio of companies are not eligible to receive the bonus.
Entry level
Employment TypeFull‑time
Job Function- Other
- Hospitals and Health Care
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