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Mental Health - Direct Support Professional - Community Based

Keystone Human Services·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

$19 - $19/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 12 days ago

Mental Health - Direct Support Professional - Community Based · $19 - $19/hr

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How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -40% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania ($31.47/hr, n=40)
  • 73 similar openings in the Harrisburg area · median $31.88/hr
$17.76/hr · p10p90 · $200/hr
this role: $19.00/hrmedian $31.47/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 40 posted behavioral health roles in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 14th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 40% below the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.

The Direct Support Professional provides individualized support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism in their homes and the community. Responsibilities include teaching daily living skills, assisting with independence, providing transportation, and advocating for the health and wellness of clients.

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism.

Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer.

As a Community-Based Direct Support Professional, you will provide support to adults in their home and in our local communities, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting to become more independent, transporting within the community for activities or appointments, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people we support.

Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth.

Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!

Job details: Full time, non-exempt position $19.00 per hour Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Effective communication and basic computer skills Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, effective communication skills, and basic computer proficiency. A valid driver's license and access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle are required for daily community travel.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Advocacy
  • Transportation
  • Community integration
  • Computer skills
  • Intellectual disabilities support
  • Mental health support
  • Autism support
  • Daily living skills training
  • Direct support

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness programs
  • Career advancement

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $19/hr
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 27, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Keystone Human Services

Keystone Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the human spirit of all people. Since 1972, we have worked to promoting inclusion, creating opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to fully participate in their communities and fully...

IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania

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.

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