Direct Support Professional

Clarvida - Pennsylvania·Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

$16 - $16/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago

Practice for this role

Direct Support Professional · $16 - $16/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-47% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania ($30.00/hr, n=1797)

3 similar openings in the Huntingdon area

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,797 posted behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 47% below the Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.

The Direct Support Professional provides compassionate care and social support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a day program setting. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate documentation, administering medication, and assisting individuals with daily routines and community activities.

Job Title

Direct
Support
Professional
Location:
Huntingdon
County,
Pennsylvania (On-site)
Employment
Type:
Part-time
Salary: $16.00/hr

About the Role

We’re hiring a Direct Support Professional 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 Support Professional, 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 support 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 requirements 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 Employment Type Part-time

How To Apply

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with a good driving record is required for the position.

high school
Documentation
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Life skills training
Compassionate care
Person-centered care
Medication administration
Developmental disability support
Community participation support

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Sick leave
Mileage reimbursement
401(k) plan
DailyPay
Pet insurance
Paid vacation days
Training and development
Free licensure supervision
National discounts
Cell phone stipend
Continuing education credits

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $16 - $16/hr
Location: Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 14, 2026
Application: Employer website

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.