Community-Based Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking Community-Based Direct Support Professionals to join the team in Erie County, PA. BAYADA's Community-Based Direct Support Professionals work one-on-one in home and community settings as support for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to help them reach their goals and fullest potential. As a member of our team, you will be valued, respected, and heard. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow, and we can't wait for you to join us.

The more flexible and reliable you are, the more shifts you may be able to work! The majority of our shifts are part-time, dayshifts, Monday through Friday. We value compassion, excellence, and reliability, and are seeking DSPs who will also be committed to our values.

We pay weekly, provide paid trainings and only a 1-day paid orientation!

Work available throughout Erie County!

How You'll Make an Impact as a Community-Based DSP:

• Assist with everyday tasks, such as meal preparation
• Spend time on the client's favorite hobbies and activities
• Support the client's goals towards independence in the home and community
• Accompany clients on errands and appointments
• Participate in community integration activities to focus on socialization

Compensation & Schedule:

• Competitive pay rates with a weekly pay schedule ($19.50 / hour +)
• Flexible scheduling (part-time, daytime hours, various shifts)
• Short commute times (we match opportunities within 30 minutes near your home)
• Mileage reimbursement weekly

Benefits You'll Love as a Community-Based DSP:

• Possibility of Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
• Education & Development: Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition programs, referral bonuses
• Positive Work Environment: Stable and supportive work environment with around the clock clinical support and a team environment that cares
• Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications for Our Community-Based DSPs:

• One year experience working with intellectual and development disabilities
• High school diploma or equivalent (18+)
• Ability to transport clients to community activities

BAYADA recognizes and rewards our support professionals who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!

Locations: Erie, Fairview, Lake City, Girard, Harborcreek, Wesleyville, North East, Waterford, Edinboro Shifts: part-time, PT, mornings, dayshifts, weekdays, flexible, M-F, Monday-Friday

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.