Part-Time Direct Support Professional — Mornings and Weekends

Job overview

The Part-Time Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Bellefonte, PA, supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential homes. Compensation starts at $17 per hour, with shift differentials and a $600 sign-on/stay-on bonus. The Arc of Centre County provides human services and paid training for this entry-level opportunity. The professional assists individuals with daily routines, personal care, medication, and community activities. The role supports individuals’ daily needs and participation while building respectful, meaningful relationships.

What you'll do

• Provide direct support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism in residential homes
• assist with activities of daily living, cooking, and routines
• drive individuals to work, appointments, and community activities using agency vehicles when available
• administer medications and assist with personal hygiene.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

bellefonte pa

the arc of centre county

part-time

$17 per hour

$600 sign-on bonus

mornings

weekends preferred

intellectual and developmental disabilities

residential support

paid training

medication assistance

personal care

high school diploma or ged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 26 hours of paid training per year
• six premium holidays annually
• mileage reimbursement at $0.725 per mile when using a personal vehicle to transport individuals
• 401(k)
• $600 sign-on/stay-on bonus
• shift differentials.

Why this role

No experience required; paid training; opportunities to explore other service programs and pursue NADSP credentials with additional hourly pay per credentialed level.

About the employer

The Arc of Centre County is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.