Special Needs Caregiver / 1:1 Direct Support Professional

BAYADA Home Health Care • State College, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in one-on-one home and community settings in and around State College, Pennsylvania. DSPs serve as companions and mentors, helping clients reach their full potential while providing practical assistance and supporting their participation in everyday and community activities.

The position offers part-time schedules across days, evenings, and weekends, with flexible scheduling and efforts to match employees with opportunities near their homes. Pay starts at $17 per hour, based on experience, and is paid weekly. BAYADA describes its work environment as stable, supportive, inclusive, and collaborative, with a team environment and around-the-clock clinical support.

BAYADA Home Health Care is an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider. It states that employment decisions are made on a nondiscriminatory basis and encourages applications from people of marginalized communities.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance, including dressing, grooming, and basic hygiene.
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments.
• Spend time with clients doing their favorite hobbies and activities.
• Assist with everyday tasks such as meal preparation.
• Participate in community integration activities.
• Serve as a companion and mentor to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Benefits

• Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training.
• Recognition programs.
• Referral bonuses.
• Stable and supportive work environment with around-the-clock clinical support and a caring team environment.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Weekly pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED