Direct Support Professional (DSP)

The role

Direct Support Professionals work one-on-one in home and community settings. You will serve as a companion and mentor to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to help them live more independent lives.

What you will do

• Provide personal care assistance including dressing and grooming
• Provide clients with transportation on errands, appointments and community outings
• 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

• One year experience working or volunteering with intellectual and development disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Ability to provide clients with transportation to and from appointments, errands and community outings

Nice to have

• training may available through our apprentice program if you do not have experience

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
• Around clock clinical support
• PTO (paid time off)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

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