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Direct Support Professional

Maxim Healthcare
Hershey, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2025
Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Direct Support Professional to provide support and assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life.

Why Join Maxim

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, vision, HSA and life insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Maxcares Awards Program

Responsibilities

  • Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal prep, and household chores
  • May transport clients to and from community activities
  • Support individual in achieving their developmental goals and fostering independence
  • Encourage community participation and accompany individuals on outings and social activities
  • Responsible for documenting observations and progress on specific goals and ensuring a safe environment for client

Requirements

  • NCI/CPI Training
  • CPR/FA
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • TB screening
  • Active driver's license
  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficiency in the English language required
  • Technological proficiency including mobile devices for documentation
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

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.

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