Clarvida - Pennsylvania·Pottsville, Pennsylvania
Provide daily care, supervision, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Assist individuals in achieving independence and encourage their participation in social and community activities.
Date Posted: 02/16/2026
We’re hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide compassionate, hands-on care to individuals in our residential programs across Pennsylvania. As a DSP, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently and thrive within their communities. This is a direct care role that requires reliability, empathy, and a heart for service.
● Provide daily care and supervision in a residential setting ● Support individuals in achieving independence with daily tasks and routines ● Encourage participation in social and community activities ● Monitor health, safety, and well-being of individuals ● Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulations and agency policies ● Assist with training and onboarding of new team members ● Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and report concerns to the Program Specialist Required Qualifications ● Must be at least 18 years old ● High School Diploma or GED ● Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with a clean driving record
● Experience in direct care or behavioral health services ● Familiarity with I/DD populations and residential care settings Compensation & Benefits Full-time Employees: ● Paid vacation days that increase with tenure ● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually ● Up to 10 paid holidays (based on location) ● Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options ● DailyPay access – receive earnings before payday ● Training, development, and CEUs for licensure All Employees: ● 401(k) plan ● Free licensure supervision ● Employee Assistance Program ● Pet insurance ● Discounts through Perks @ Clarvida Mileage reimbursement and cellphone stipend*Benefits may vary by state or county Work Location Pottsville, Pennsylvania Employment Type Full-time
If you're passionate about helping others live full, independent lives, click "Apply Now" to join our team as a Direct Support Professional. Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. About Clarvida Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting communities across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and partner with families and local systems to deliver outcome-driven mental health services. Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Experience in behavioral health or direct care for I/DD populations is preferred.
Market context
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.
