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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Lakeshore Community Services, Inc
Erie, PA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026

Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Scope: Direct Support Professional staff function as members of teams that are responsible for the direct care and instruction of individuals living in community residential homes in accordance with state, federal and Agency guidelines. Direct Support Professional staff will contribute to the creation of a safe, healthy emotional and physical environment for individuals.

No experience necessary we will train interested and eligible candidates

Job Types: Full-time; Part-time; Weekend; Substitute/Relief Staff, 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts

Pay: $19.02 per hour

Sign on Bonus: potential to earn up to $2700 in the first 2 years of employment

Referral Bonus: potential to earn up to $750 in first year

Excellent Benefits for 30-40 hour per week Positions:

  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Shift Differential for 2nd & 3rd Shifts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Training for all Positions
  • Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Daily Pay Ability

Qualifications: All candidates must be 18 years of age, have a High School Diploma or GED and have a valid and current driver’s license, Eligibility for Criminal Background Checks and Child Abuse History Clearances. EOE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.02 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $750 - $2,700

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