Special Needs Caregiver / DSP

The role

Special Needs Caregivers / DSPs work one-on-one in home and community settings. You will act as a companion and mentor for individuals with intellectual or developmental disability.

What you will do

• Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming)
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments
• Spend time on the client's favorite hobbies and activities
• Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
• Participate in community integration activities

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 18 years of age or older

Nice to have

• One or more years of experience working with intellectual and development disabilities

Benefits

• Possibility of Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
• Scholarship and development opportunities
• Free courses
• On-the-job training
• Recognition programs
• Referral bonuses
• PTO (paid time off)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Before you apply

• We will complete education verification as part of the hiring process

About the company

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