Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Do meaningful work in your community. Work one-on-one in home and community settings as a companion and mentor for adult individuals with intellectual or developmental disability to help them reach their full potential. No experience needed, BAYADA provides Direct Support Professional training through our Apprentice Program! All clients are adults: 18 years of age and older. BAYADA offers DSPs the following benefits : Paid Clearances, Training and Orientation Weekly pay, PTO Flexible scheduling and short commute times Positive and stable work environment and the tools you need to do your job Scholarship, Reward and Recognition programs 24/7 clinical manager support Pay starting at $17.50-$18 per hour Job Responsibilities for DSPs You will accompany clients on errands and appointments You will spend time on the client’s favorite hobbies and activities You will assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation You will participate in community integration activities Qualifications for DSPs: One year experience working with I/DD individuals; If you do not have this experience, paid training is available High school diploma or equivalent What happens after you apply: The recruiter will reach out via email or phone to schedule a phone or zoom interview Next steps will be outlined clearly after your successful interview BAYADA was Awarded Forbes Best Employer for Women 2020 BAYADA was Voted Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2018 & 2019 Location: Leechburg, Kittanning, Ford City, and surrounding towns Pay: $17.50-$18/hr., dependent on experience. Apprentice rate starts at $17.50/hr. As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates. BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here . BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.