Direct Support Professional / Special Needs Caregiver
About the role
Are you driven by building trust, creating stability, and helping others grow? Bring your skills into a more personal setting—where your support can truly be felt. At BAYADA, our Direct Support Professionals / Special Needs Caregivers 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. If you have at least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, this is your opportunity to turn that experience into meaningful, relationship-centered work. Now Hiring Direct Support Professionals / Special Needs Caregivers in: Winston-Salem, NC and surrounding areas!
Benefits
- Weekly pay for reliability and peace of mind
- Flexible scheduling designed around your life
- 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
- A stable, long-term opportunity with a trusted organization
- Paid time off
- 24/7 clinical support whenever you need guidance
Pay
Starting at $16.00/hr.
Schedule
Flexible scheduling with a variety of shifts and locations Short commute times—we aim to place you within 30 minutes of home
Responsibilities
- Provide 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
- 1+ 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