Caregiver - Direct Support Personnel (DSP)

About the role

Bring your skills into a more personal setting—where your support can truly be felt. At BAYADA, our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide one-on-one care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build confidence, strengthen everyday skills, and live more independently in the comfort of their own homes.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily routines and personal care
• Help individuals build life skills and maintain independence
• Offer encouragement, consistency, and meaningful companionship
• Support engagement at home and within the community

Requirements

• At least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts and locations
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive clients to activities
• Willingness to travel between clients within your assigned area

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Passion for making a difference in people's lives

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Empathy and patience
• Ability to adapt to different situations
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office)

Benefits

• Short commutes—we match you with clients close to home
• A supportive environment with the tools you need to succeed
• Scholarships and career growth opportunities
• Paid time off
• 24/7 clinical support whenever you need guidance

Pay

• $15/hr starting salary

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling designed around your life
• Variety of shifts and locations available
• Short commute times—we aim to place you within 30 minutes of home

Benefits

• Short commutes—we match you with clients close to home
• A supportive environment with the tools you need to succeed
• Scholarships and career growth opportunities
• Paid time off
• 24/7 clinical support whenever you need guidance

Company Information

• BAYADA is an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider
• Recognized for excellence: 3.8 rating on Indeed & Glassdoor
• Newsweek’s Greatest Workplace (Overall, Women, Parents & Families, Diversity)
• Forbes Best Employers for Veterans
• BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers