Clarvida - Pennsylvania·Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
The Direct Care Worker will provide compassionate care in residential and intermediate care facilities, supporting individuals with daily living, medication administration, and skill development to foster independence. Responsibilities also include assisting in training new staff and maintaining accurate documentation according to regulations.
We’re hiring a Direct Care Worker to provide high-quality, compassionate care to individuals with developmental disabilities in a day program setting to live a more independent life. As a Direct Care Worker, you’ll support individuals with social, emotional, and environmental support to help them achieve greater independence. This role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to ensuring that individuals are supported in a respectful and dignified manner.
Responsibilities: ● Provide direct care to individuals participating in the day program
● Assist in training new staff to ensure consistent service delivery
● Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state regulations and internal policies
● Administer medication and ensure proper documentation and tracking of all medications
● Encourage the development of life skills to promote independence
● Support indiviudals in participating in community activities and daily routines
Required Qualifications: ● At least 18 years old
● High School Diploma or equivalent
● Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with a good driving record
Preferred Qualifications: ● Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
● Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Compensation & Benefits
Full-time Employees: ● Paid vacation days (increases with tenure)
● Separate sick leave (rolls over annually)
● Up to 10 paid holidays*
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
● DailyPay – access your earnings before payday*
● Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure
All Employees: ● 401(k) plan
● Free licensure supervision
● Pet insurance
● Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
● Perks @Clarvida: National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
● Mileage reimbursement
● Cell phone stipend
(*Benefits may vary by state or county)
Work Location Day Program and community settings, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania
If you’re passionate about providing high-quality, person-centered care, click "Apply Now" to join our team as a Direct Care Worker.
About Clarvida Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting individuals across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and work closely with families and local communities to deliver impactful mental health and developmental disability services.
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Equal Opportunity Employer Clarvida is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Fraud Alert Clarvida never charges fees to apply and does not conduct interviews via messaging apps. Official communication will come from @clarvida.com email addresses or verified Clarvida LinkedIn profiles.
Direct Care Worker, Residential Support, Intermediate Care Facilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, Pennsylvania DSP, Medication Administration, Community Participation Support, In-Home Care, DSP Jobs PA
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.
