Special Needs Caregiver / DSP

Locations: Morganton, Valdese, Hudson, Lenoir
Pay: $16/hr+ with weekly pay
Schedule: Flexible. Afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts available.

BAYADA Home Health Care is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Caregivers, Direct Care Workers, and Community Support Professionals. You’ll work one-on-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in their homes and communities, helping them build independence, learn life skills, and take part in community activities. We try to match you with clients close to home to keep your commute short.

What you’ll do as a Special Needs Caregiver / DSP

• Provide personal care, including dressing, grooming, and daily living support
• Go with clients to appointments, errands, and community outings
• Join in hobbies, recreation, and social activities
• Help with meal preparation and household routines
• Support clients’ independence and community goals
• Build positive relationships with the people you support

Pay and schedule

• Starting at $16/hr.
• Weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts
• Short commutes whenever possible

Benefits 

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus FSA and HSA options
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Scholarships and career advancement opportunities
• Referral bonuses and employee recognition programs

Qualifications for Special Needs Caregiver / DSP

• 1+ year of experience with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience? Training may be available through our apprentice program.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. While we will complete education verification as part of the hiring process, providing a copy of your diploma, GED certificate, or certified/sealed transcripts can help prevent delays if records are difficult to obtain.
• 18 years of age or older

Who this is for: Experience as a DSP, caregiver, habilitation technician, direct care worker, community support worker, personal care assistant, behavioral health technician, residential counselor, human services professional, CNA, home health aide, or special needs caregiver is a great fit.

Apply today. Start a career where you make a difference every day.