Special Needs Caregiver

The role

Direct Support Professionals provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will help them build confidence, gain independence, and achieve goals.

What you will do

• Help individuals participate in community activities and social events
• Provide encouragement, mentorship, and meaningful companionship
• Support personal care needs, including dressing and grooming
• Transport clients to appointments, errands, and community outings
• Empower individuals to reach their goals and live as independently as possible

Required qualifications

• One or more years of experience working with intellectual and development disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 18 years of age or older
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive clients to appointments and activities

Nice to have

• Experience as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
• Experience as a Behavioral Technician (BT)
• Experience as a Paraprofessional
• Experience as a Teacher/ Teaching Assistant

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, FSA, and HSA options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth opportunities
• Scholarships
• Free training programs
• Advance to LPN Program!
• Nurse Residency Program!
• Employee recognition and referral bonus programs
• 24/7 clinical support

Before you apply

• Education verification will be completed as part of the hiring process

About the company

BAYADA is an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider. The company is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability.