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Direct Support Professional

FOCUS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

$17 - $19/hr·Full Time·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
·Posted 17 days ago
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About the role

Provide direct support to individuals with Autism and Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities to increase their independence and community participation. Assist with activities of daily living, health and safety, and the achievement of personal goals.

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Type: Part Time & Full Time

Pay

$17-19.00 hourly Based on experience, plus mileage reimbursement

Focus Behavioral Health is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to

join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). DSPs provide direct support to individuals

with Autism and Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities, helping them develop skills, increase

independence, and actively participate in their communities.

At Focus Behavioral Health, our mission is centered on helping individuals reach their full

potential. As a DSP, you will play a vital role in empowering individuals to achieve personal goals,

build meaningful relationships, and lead fulfilling lives.

Students pursuing degrees in psychology, social work, education, nursing, healthcare, or related

fields are encouraged to apply, as this position offers flexible scheduling, paid training, and

valuable real-world experience.

✨ Why Join Us

  • Up to $500 in sign-on bonuses
  • Referral bonus opportunities
  • Paid training — no experience needed
  • Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
  • Health insurance & additional benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities

What You’ll Do: ● Support individuals with building skills such as household chores, meal preparation,

independence, and community involvement

● Responsible for all duties related to direct-care and Activities of Daily Life, including

Health & Safety of the individual.

● Help individuals work toward personal goals and reach their full potential.

● Build positive and professional relationships while promoting dignity, respect, and

self-determination.

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
  • Must pass criminal background clearances
  • Experience in Human Services or as a caregiver is preferred but not required
  • Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented mindset
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to assist individuals with getting up, walking, and moving by lifting or guiding

  • when necessary.
  • Must be able to lift 75 pounds or more at times.

Addresses listed are for reference purposes only and are not the exact work location. Urgently

hiring in select locations.

Focus Behavioral Health, Inc. is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free from

discrimination and harassment. We recognize that inequality adversely affects our staff, clients,

and the communities we serve. It is our expectation that every member of the Focus Family

actively contributes to fostering an environment where all individuals feel included and are treated

with the respect and dignity they deserve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of any

protected characteristic, including but not limited to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual

orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, creed, ancestry, age, marital status,

lawful alien status, or protected veteran status. We do not discriminate based on disability. All

hiring, compensation, training, performance evaluation, and termination decisions are made fairly

and without bias. We continuously reflect on our unconscious biases and hold ourselves

accountable for creating an inclusive environment where every employee and candidate feels

welcome.

Focus Behavioral Health, Inc. is a drug-free workplace, and we use E-Verify to confirm employment

eligibility and identity of all new hires

Mornings & Late Afternoons

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Sign-on bonuses
  • Referral bonus opportunities
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $19/hr
Locations
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
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FOCUS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC

FOCUS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC is hiring in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It operates in wellness and fitness services. This opening is listed as full_time, part_time.

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Direct support roles remain steady in Pennsylvania

Direct Support Professional openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in community-based care and support services. This role can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with home health or intellectual and developmental disabilities experience, even when no prior experience is required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm you meet the age and valid driver’s license criteria before applying.

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