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Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver South Abington, PA
Direct Support Professional (DSP) $19.50$25/hr
Flexible Schedules | Weekly Pay | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities | Team Environment
Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support a young non-verbal client residing in South Abington, PA. He lives at home with his mother, is very shy, and enjoys calm, predictable routines. He loves Mickey Mouse, watching cartoons and movies, spending time at the park, and being around his small dog. Mom does not have a gender preference for caregivers.
This role focuses on daily living support, safety supervision, and community engagement. The ideal DSP will be patient, gentle, and experienced with behaviors and medication awareness.
Abound Health is a mission-driven company that has been operating in the I/DD space for over 20 years.
What Youll Do
As a DSP, you will provide hands-on support that helps him stay safe, engaged, and comfortable throughout his day. Responsibilities include:
Provide prompts and assistance with daily activities
Support toileting and cleaning routines
Offer reminders for handwashing and hygiene
Maintain 24/7-level supervision during scheduled hours for safety
Engage him in preferred activities such as cartoons, movies, and park outings
Encourage community participation and social opportunities
Support communication through non-verbal cues
Ensure awareness of medical needs and safety considerations
Communicate with family and Abound team members
Complete documentation and participate in ongoing training
Schedule Details
This referral requires services once a week:
Wednesday: 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
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 & DSP community activities
Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked
Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
Valid drivers license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
Experience with behaviors required
Experience with medication awareness required
Ability to support toileting, hygiene, and daily living routines
Comfortable with dogs
Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required we provide paid training and support.
Pay
Starting Pay: $19.50$25 per hour
(Compensation varies based on experience and service type)
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.
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